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The Jack Bauer Power Hour Returns...
24. The groundbreaking television series that made Kiefer Sutherland one of television's most memorable heroes in recent memory. The writers clearly struggled to make it through Day 1, so could they make it through a full 24 harrowing hours and keep things as tense and thrilling as in Day 1?

The answer, thankfully, is yes. This season improves many areas of the show, while, unfortunately, losing some ground on others. For starters, the DVD is insanely better than season 1's. This one has CHAPTERS (thank heavens) to make watching the episodes easier. The picture and audio are clearer, there are commentaries (one per disc - 6 discs), and there is a special extra features disc featuring some interesting documentaries.

Jack, one of TV's coolest characters, is back and better than ever. He has a classic moment at the end of the first episode to remind us why we love him so. Kim too is back, still reeling from the loss of her mother. But whereas she was a pivotal figure in season 1's story, she really has no place here, and it shows. Kim's sordid tale alone is enough to rate this season lower than the first. She does have a few saving graces - all conversations with daddy Jack (which are few and far between, but very good).

CTU members Tony Almeida and George Mason are back. Tony's given a little more to do here and is sans his oh-so-memorable soul patch. And Mason, one of the best characters in 24 history, is given a more principal role as acting director of CTU. Mason is one of the few characters in 24 to EVER crack a joke and have a sense of humor.

Palmer too returns, now as President of the US. Palmer's story is a lot of just recapping what's going on, but he does have quite a tangled web of traitorousness to unravel before him, and he makes quite a few surprising moves. Palmer doesn't have the intensity he had in Day 1, but he's lost none of his wisdom and intelligence. He does make a somewhat...erm, not too wise decision that he follows throughout the final 11 or so hours, but if that's what it takes to keep the story going, so be it.

The story is a bit larger and more topical than season 1's more personal and small story. Each side have their pro's and cons and I suppose they balance each other out well. The story's evolution leads to some truly amazing moments and fantastic cliffhangers. The double-crosses are innumerable and a few of season 1's more devious characters make very memorable returns (one in the last THREE minutes of the day).

Overall, this season is not quite as solid as the first. The villains aren't as villainous, their motives aren't as powerful, and their schemes are less realistic. There are some plotlines that just won't die (Kim, Carrie, etc.). But despite all these flaws, there's always Jack Bauer to keep us glued to the screen. It's still better than anything else on TV.

INCREDIBLE! 10 STARS!
The producers did an awesome job on this box set!! I didn't think the 1st season of this show could be topped. Then I saw season 2! It involves Jack Bauer tracking a nuclear bomb set to detonate in L.A., & the people responsible. I won't give anything away, but it has more shocks, twists & surprises than are possible to count! In fact, at the end of one hour, something happens that is taboo, & wouldn't be thought possible.
Now for the details on the D.V.D.: This is much better done than season one. For one thing, unlike the first set, the "previously on 24" retrospectives that start the episode are included. With so much going on, they give you updates on each individual main charecter. They also count against the clock that's running. Better than that, though, there are one or several deleted &/or extended scenes per episode. You see a small "24" inside a box pop up where these scenes would have taken place. Press the select/play button on your remote, & the scenes run. So, to sum things up, wether you're a die hard fan, you missed season 2, or you just want to refresh your memory before season 3 starts on 10/28, BUY THIS!!!! YOU'LL GET EVERY PENNY'S WORTH, PLUS ENOUGH LEFT OVER TO MAKE THIS THE BARGAIN OF THE MILLENIUM!!!!!!!

Most Suspseful Show on TV
An incredible show, fantastic story, inordinately gripping suspense. This show makes Hitchock look like Mr. Rogers. This show will take your guts and tie them in a knot. Sutherland's acting is great. There is just nothing like this anywhere. If you like suspense watch it. Plain and simple. Vastly superior to 24 season 1, and you don't have to watch season 1 to understand or enjoy season 2.

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