Themes and Things in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

[crabby_lioness]

Here's a few more thoughts on KKBB:

1)The theme of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang revolves around coming home but does not address homecoming in a straightforward manner.  Jack is back "home" at Torchwood Cardiff.  But what does "home" mean?

"Home is where you hang your hat."  Jack's hat is on his hatstand in his office.

"Home is where they have to welcome you

Comments

[meilin_miranda]

I just have to say that this is one of the most awesome Torchwood metas ever. As both a Bronte-ist and an Austen-ite, I say well done.

[crabby_lioness]

Thank you. :)

[love_jackianto]

I just have to say, I now when I watch the show I really look for how Ianto is staged (see what you've turned me into...hahaha).

'Meanwhile Gwen is settling down and marrying Rhys, although judging from the cow-eyes she made at Jack while saying "no one else would have me" she would drop Rhys in a second for Jack if Jack put a move on her.' Does not bode well for their marriage; especially considering that she has already cheated on him once, lied to him numerous times and even retconned him(after confessing her affair).

'Is there relationship heading for a more equal footing?' I hope so, and considering that Ianto was the one who was in control in the date scene there may be a good chance of that.

Loved the wandering knight/Doctor Sheriff/Jack parallel(Don't get me started on Time Lord neuroses. Just don't.) The Doctor, neurotic... you don't say.

Another wonderful thought provoking post. Can't wait to see what's next :D

[crabby_lioness]

I just have to say, I now when I watch the show I really look for how Ianto is staged (see what you've turned me into...hahaha).

Any excuse to watch Ianto is a good excues! :D

[love_jackianto]

Any excuse to watch Ianto is a good excues!:D hahaha... so true.

[ffarff]

I noticed in S1 they always stood ianto next to Jack in fights / when guns are used. and he very quickly sneaks glances at him to check Jack's actions and how to follow.
It says a lot.

[crabby_lioness]

It's a fascinating dynamic, and from what they've said about letting those actors direct themselves, much of it is coming from Gareth and John.

[duikermeisie]

Amazing what happens when you let two talented professionals do their jobs as they see fit. ;)

JB got slammed a lot for his acting in S1. There were always flashes of brilliance, though, and after the radioactive canister scene in DW Utopia and all of KKBB, I'm inclined to lay the blame on the directors' feet. When you let him get into the character, he does a lovely job. Same with GDL...he was so underutilized in S1, but now that he has free rein he's brilliant.

[crabby_lioness]

I thouhgt JB did a wonderful job of playing a seriously depressed person and GDL did a wonderful job of playing a grieving introvert. If you think about it, those aren't very outgoing roles.

[fatchickengirl]

I agree!

Gwen I believe had been relegated to 'faghag' and as Jack has decided to move on a gear with his relationship with ianto she no longer has his confidence at least first.

Ianto is his right hand 'rock' now and while Gwen will remain his conscience 9and fo the rest of team) and even leader she has been replaced in a personal sense and that is how I read the @'o one lese would have me' seen one last try but it's pretty clear Jack moved on.

[crabby_lioness]

It's too early in the opera to rule Gwen out for good. We're still in the First Act.

[karaokegal]

As you know, we are miles apart on the Jack/Ianto issue but this:
Jack blows Hootie away makes me want to tackle you in a flying snog.

[crabby_lioness]

Aw shucks. *scuffs toe and grins*