I hear whistles. Is this an illusion cast by Sylar, who might've managed to get Parkman's dad's powers? Sylar insists that Peter call him Gabriel, and introduces the toddler, whose name is Noah. Wait. Back up. This all suggests that Bennet is dead, and that Sylar named his son in honor of his partner. The future really IS bizarre.
It's gradually dawning on Peter that he's related to Sylar. I don't think white people are quite as casual about bestowing titles like "Auntie" and "Uncle" on unrelated family friends. I can't vouch for other Asian families, but my siblings and I were told to call everyone Auntie/Uncle or a variation of Grandma/Grandpa depending on their age. So when we had to make family trees in second grade, I drew like 20 pairs of grandparents.
My teacher, Miss Stelle, was not pleased.
Sylar sees a fresh-faced Peter sans scar, and immediately realizes this Peter's not from around here. They go into Bennet's former study, which has been transformed into a kid's playroom. Does Ikea still exist in the Future?
Apparently. I like to imagine Sylar trying to put all this crap together.
Sylar explains to Peter that he goes by the name Gabriel now. Wait. So you're saying is that 1. You're brothers, and 2. Together, you make PETER GABRIEL?!!!
Priceless. This is all an homage to Genesis the band and the chapter in the Bible. Someone on the writing staff must love the song "In Your Eyes" as much as I do, if only because of Say Anything.
Sylar (yup, still gonna call him that) explains he's reformed, and that he's not actually the boogeyman anymore. Yes, they're brothers, and he's sorry Present Peter came so far but he can't give him what he wants (Sylar's ability). The ability is accompanied by an insatiable hunger that turned Sylar into a monster and a killer, and that every day is like being a chainsmoker without Nicorette or the patch. Sylar's almost angelic as he explains that everything he does, he does for little Noah, and that he would never willingly condemn anyone to hell. His change of heart in the future really makes for a more complex and realistic character. Okay, as realistic as someone who can pry off your skull with his index finger and then molest your brain can be.
Present Peter is still infuriatingly persistent, believing if he can understand the one variable, he can save the world. Sylar finishes the sentence for Peter, and Peter somehow manages to get Sylar to agree to paint the future. Noah's waffles are getting cold, people! Get your priorities straight. Who's the mom? Please don't tell me that Mama P got involved with this one.
Four Years in the Future, Parkman and Daphne
It's now obvious that Daphne's the one that Parkman was carrying in the desert paintings of the future. They've got a baby together, which is great considering Parkman's last marriage. Daphne, sleek hair and all, informs Parkman that they nabbed Future Peter. Also, Molly's living with them, since the whole My Two Dads situation was such a smashing success.
I went on a spirit quest and realized I want a Samsung Instinct. Yay spirit!
Parkman frets that Daphne's endangering their family with her quest, explaining that he values security now. It's touching to see Parkman care about someone again, but really - we all know how this ends. He tells Daphne to slow down, which is a futile request. Parkman pleads for her to stop this chasing, but she insists on asking Molly for Present Peter's location. As if getting used to a training bra wasn't hard enough (I so wanted one when I was in fifth grade, but didn't need one till college). Honestly, Daphne, you've got a lot of nerve. Yada yada yada, Peter's in Costa Verde. Showtime.
Elsewhere, Knox can smell Claire's fear. "Dude, I just killed my uncle and I have to do it again. Give me a second to be a human being," snits Claire. Knox and Daphne point out that they, unlike Claire, can die. Evil Claire just reminds me of a really bad Sarah Jessica Parker for Garnier haircolor commercial. Also, every time Hayden Pannettiere opens her mouth, Baby Jesus cries. I guarantee it.
Costa Verde, California, Casa de Bennet/Gabriel
Sylar's finished painting the Earth blowing up, showing a mastery over the basic colors of tempera paint. It's really impressive. I mean, have you TRIED painting with the kiddie water-soluble stuff they give you in kindergarten? I've seen more lasting art made by friends peeing in the snow.
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Comments (3)
damn.. i was really gonna quit watching this dumb show but reading your recap is so funny. how can I stop now...
1 of 3 | Posted by chibby | Posted on October 12, 2008 10:15 PM
Tvo, you have hit your heavenly stride!!!! Fantastic recap!!! My only complaint is, when I watch the show, I'm all like wow, and cool, and whoda thunk!? then I read the recap and realize, must have been the wine, coz in retrospect, it was pretty lame.
The Hiro arc is pain, and the desert quest, is a waste, the powers no powers stuff is making no sense. Oh well, Mama P still rocks, I like the total twist on Sylar and Peter, and frankly, I think Hayden and Ali both do pretty good in their roles. Hayden is only 18, and Ali is blisteringly beautiful, maybe I'm just mesmerized . . . . but I'm glad she's back, and also glad she's not saddled with bad mom guilt!
2 of 3 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on October 13, 2008 1:25 PM
chibby and juddfan -- Everything I do, I do for you. And everyone else who reads my recaps and bearing with my sleep-deprivation. You're the best, and I think Tim Kring got the memo about last season. I'm FINALLY caught up with the present/future now, and could not be more excited!
3 of 3 | Posted by T.Vo | Posted on October 13, 2008 6:14 PM