24 (TV Series) Day 4: 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. (2005) User Reviews

Dessler Delivers; Jack & Paul Battle It Out

[ccthemovieman-1 · 9/10 · 11 November 2007]

So as not to portray all Arabs, or Islamic people - whatever - as terrorists or sympathizers, the show's writers have two guys who fight on the side of Americans in this season's thriller. These guys entered the scene last week. They own a small sporting goods store near the Rockland Building, which the terrorists used as headquarters. That area is now under siege, all the electricity with a wide area is out, and escapees from a gunfight there - Jack Bauer and Paul Raines - are hiding out in the store. The Arabs have a choice, and they decide to help the "good guys." Now, it's the four of them verses the army of assassins hired by McLennan- Forster, who are coming to get some encrypted code Paul took off a computer before all the power went off.

Meanwhile, "Michelle Dessler" is reestablishing her power and authority at C.T.U. and slowly and begrudgingly is learning that her ex-husband is someone that should be running things, too. Everyone vouches so highly for him that he's climbing the ranks there fast. I like one thing Michelle did. Sarah, pouting and threatening because she was falsely accused of being the mole, is canned on the spot. Good move, Michelle. Time to get these petty, catty women (or men) out of that office!

The episode ends with a climactic shoot-out at the sporting goods store and and another revelation that another plan is in the works aimed at the President of the U.S. The suspense never ends!

Episode 13 is a masterclass in building suspense and character development. The interplay between action and personal stakes keeps viewers engaged

[fernandoschiavi · 8/10 · 5 June 2024]

Episode 13 of Season 4 of "24" delves deeper into the complexities of the terrorist plot, revealing new twists that heighten the stakes. The episode begins with a tense briefing at CTU, where Jack and his team must quickly adapt to the latest developments. The pacing is tight, with each scene building on the previous one to maintain a high level of suspense.

One of the standout moments in this episode is a dramatic standoff between Jack and a key antagonist. The direction here is gripping, with carefully framed shots that emphasize the tension and danger. Critics from Entertainment Weekly praised the episode for its "edge-of-your-seat confrontation" and "brilliantly executed suspense."

The episode also explores the personal toll of the mission on Jack and his colleagues. The emotional weight of their decisions is palpable, adding depth to the characters and their interactions. Kiefer Sutherland's performance is once again a highlight, capturing Jack's inner turmoil and resolve.

The cinematography and lighting in this episode are particularly effective in creating a sense of urgency and peril. The use of shadows and contrasting light adds to the atmosphere, while the sound design enhances the overall tension. The score is well-matched to the action, punctuating key moments and driving the narrative forward.

In conclusion, Episode 13 is a masterclass in building suspense and character development. The interplay between action and personal stakes keeps viewers engaged, while the strong performances and direction elevate the material. This episode sets the stage for even more intense developments as the season progresses, leaving viewers eager for the next installment.

Lots of Heroics

[Hitchcoc · 10/10 · 28 January 2019]

Jack and Paul hold down the fort, confronting mercenaries while CTU gets there. This is intense. The are helped by a couple of men of Mid-Eastern decent. This is probably to show that 24 is not xenophobic. Back at CTU, Michelle starts off on a bad foot because Tony is there and she says things to him that are cruel. He endures, however. Meanwhile, Sara Gavin, who was promised a promotion and a raise in salary by Erin, confronts Michelle with this and get herself fired, threatening Michelle as she leaves. We will see her again, I am sure. There is high action and intensity and a potentially sad conclusion to this episode.

Unrealistic

[adriancash1 · 3/10 · 16 May 2021]

If the CTU agents take down a hostile, is the first thing they would do not be to take his gun and make sure he's dead? That totally took me out of the realism of the episode. Am doing a rewatch of all seasons and have been enjoying it so far, but element of this episode left me very disappointed.