Lost - Series 2 - Part 1 (DVD)

I have been lucky enough to watch series 2 in its entirety and I can honestly say that I was not disappointed with the follow up to the first 24 episodes. Season 1 brought us the now well used serial format used by 24, Prison Break etc, but with a twist. Never before has a series been so uniquely composed asking so many questions and giving few answers while still managing to keep the viewer intrigued and desperate for the next episode.

Series 2 goes 'behind the hatch' discovered towards the end of series 1. The first few episodes follow along nicely from what has went before until we get bogged down, only a little!! by only a few weak episodes, before the action and mystery pick up again as more of the island and its secrets are revealed at an alarming pace. The season finale which draws together the last two episodes are superb and should leave any fan longing for season 3 which for me cannot come quickly enough.

Season 2 continues to add more depth to the characters introduced in the 1st. The contrast between the personalities their backgrounds and the seemingly never ending plot twists provide a potent formula for the viewer. The locations used for shooting, background music and direction all come together well to make this a strong 2nd season

As a fan of the show and the concept I would strongly recommend Lost. To those who have seen season 1 be ready for more of those ' I didn't see that coming' moments and to those who haven't seen the show before, why don't you use the summer to watch season 1 and catch up before diving into season 2. Enjoy.