2008 Woodie Awards
Jack Bauer returns for a sixth season
Christopher Forsyth
Issue date: 2/8/07 Section: A & E
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"24," Fox's primetime show is set to make another big splash this winter with its sixth running season as Keifer Sutherland reprises his role as Jack Bauer, counter- terrorist agent.
The "24" series is the story of a day in the life of Jack Bauer, and the predicaments that occur within this 24-hour period. The show is filmed in real time with each hour-long show corresponding to an hour in real life, giving it an authentic tone. Each season, with 24 episodes, represents one whole day, and each episode represents one hour within that day.
The series has many intricate plot twists that keep the viewer very attentive and hooked into watching week after week. Each season has a different terrorist threat that Jack has to confront in the 24 episodes. This is the essential formula for the series.
"The series from day one has been absolutely intense; it is unpredictable, and exciting. I have to watch it every week," said Mike Shannahan, sophomore, Norwalk.
Another important component of the show is its ability to make dramatic changes with each coming season. Main characters have been killed off and Bauer's position as a government agent has changed throughout the course of five seasons.
In season one, Jack Bauer's wife was kidnapped and murdered by terrorists, and in season five, Jack is believed to be deceased, but really goes into hiding, only to resurface when a terrorist threat arises yet again.
The sixth season starts with Jack Bauer being released after twenty months of imprisonment by the Chinese government. Jack returns to Los Angeles, only to find out that there is a terrorist named Abu Fayed planning to detonate bombs within the city borders. He immediately takes action to stop the bombings and the season begins.
"I think the new season started off great, I can't wait to see how Jack and the government resolve the problems with the terrorists," said Anjeli Gagnon, freshman, Terryville.
"24" has been running for five consecutive seasons. As a testament to the writing, and acting, it has amassed a dedicated following. For this critically acclaimed show, viewers continue to tune in for the "edge of your seat drama." It has won two Golden Globes and twelve Emmy's in the past three years.
"I think the show is fantastic.It keeps me on my toes with each minute that goes by," said Olivia Soriano, sophomore, Brooklyn, N.Y.
"24" followers continue with renewed interest and the buzz is that it has generated even more fans with its fresh new episodes.
The "24" series is the story of a day in the life of Jack Bauer, and the predicaments that occur within this 24-hour period. The show is filmed in real time with each hour-long show corresponding to an hour in real life, giving it an authentic tone. Each season, with 24 episodes, represents one whole day, and each episode represents one hour within that day.
The series has many intricate plot twists that keep the viewer very attentive and hooked into watching week after week. Each season has a different terrorist threat that Jack has to confront in the 24 episodes. This is the essential formula for the series.
"The series from day one has been absolutely intense; it is unpredictable, and exciting. I have to watch it every week," said Mike Shannahan, sophomore, Norwalk.
Another important component of the show is its ability to make dramatic changes with each coming season. Main characters have been killed off and Bauer's position as a government agent has changed throughout the course of five seasons.
In season one, Jack Bauer's wife was kidnapped and murdered by terrorists, and in season five, Jack is believed to be deceased, but really goes into hiding, only to resurface when a terrorist threat arises yet again.
The sixth season starts with Jack Bauer being released after twenty months of imprisonment by the Chinese government. Jack returns to Los Angeles, only to find out that there is a terrorist named Abu Fayed planning to detonate bombs within the city borders. He immediately takes action to stop the bombings and the season begins.
"I think the new season started off great, I can't wait to see how Jack and the government resolve the problems with the terrorists," said Anjeli Gagnon, freshman, Terryville.
"24" has been running for five consecutive seasons. As a testament to the writing, and acting, it has amassed a dedicated following. For this critically acclaimed show, viewers continue to tune in for the "edge of your seat drama." It has won two Golden Globes and twelve Emmy's in the past three years.
"I think the show is fantastic.It keeps me on my toes with each minute that goes by," said Olivia Soriano, sophomore, Brooklyn, N.Y.
"24" followers continue with renewed interest and the buzz is that it has generated even more fans with its fresh new episodes.
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stanley wilson
posted 11/09/07 @ 10:44 AM EST
I've been patiently waiting the return of "24" to Fox network for some time now - and it's still AWOL?
Mystified
stanley wilson
posted 11/12/07 @ 8:57 AM EST
This is a follow up query. It seems that other parts of the country are viewing "24"... but we are not- here in Ontario, Canada- Can anyone tell me why?
A&E programmers should answer this question. (Continued…)
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