Wednesday, May 1, 2013

From Gublernation With Admiration


From Gublernation with Admiration

Something has to be said about Criminal Minds Matthew Gray Gubler. I remember seeing episode 100 with fresh eyes the first time, and I wondered just how many stories never make it to air. Plus its insane just how unique each episode continues a type of flow. But the bizarre thing is that every time its Matt’s turn, the episode is a singularity, although it connects it also contains a yin/yang theme.

Another interesting feature is the hint of a song. But its not just any track, it’s a tune that fits the theme of the ongoing story throughout the season. Usually a lot of shows detail with bgm, and some tune that narrates the emotional movement of the show. CM has always been different for that reason. I find myself a bit curious just how the crew votes on what to give each episode its own personality. Plus the recent season has been a mixed shuffle.

What defines CM? Being a longtime viewer has actually given us a glimpse of the team, a family based unit that keeps one another standing. However this season is a bit different, dealing with Matt’s character Spencer Reed’s unique relationship with an outsider from the field. However that lady turns out to be a genius, with a tale all her own. Sadly things are not meant to be, and everything falls apart. With a call from someone, he sees the worse thing possible. Loss.

But with help the team works together to help him rebound from grief. What makes these MGG ep’s unique even more is how detailed, significant and charismatic each sequence unfolds. Its a lot like an origami piece, it forms from a piece of paper eventually shaping into a unique work of art.

Speaking of art, the music cue at the end usually pertains to a classic theme. Not of modern themes, but classic pop, r&b, or rock n’ roll. **Or on a recent episode, a clip played aloud via a vinyl edition of the song. I cannot say enough on how humbling Matt’s directing style makes this show more interesting with each season. Because its not one part, it is a fun adventure worth taking. 

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