Comments | everlasting_day: In which I state the blindingly obvious.

everlasting_day

In which I state the blindingly obvious.

Jun 17, 2010 19:38

The West Wing.

Two Cathedrals.

I knew this episode was very well-regarded, so my expectations were pretty high. I really, really wasn't disappointed.

I honestly do think it's probably the greatest singular episode of television there has ever been. With Martin Sheen's incredible performance, Aaron Sorkin's properly genius writing, the brilliant use of ( Read more... )

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fc2001 June 17 2010, 18:57:47 UTC

THIS. So much - this. I love that episode.

everlasting_day June 17 2010, 19:35:21 UTC

It was amazing and wonderful and brilliant beyond words. I spent pretty much most of it in tears so I think I may have to watch it again.

creativeaminot June 17 2010, 23:53:40 UTC

Omg yes. Martin Sheen is epic in this episode, especially at the funeral, guh.

Just got my S1 DVD and I am so frakkin' happy to own it.

everlasting_day June 18 2010, 00:04:47 UTC

A+ icon! That's one of my favourite scenes of the show - I wish Ainsley was a series regular.

Yes! Martin Sheen was astounding - his rant in the cathedral was just amazing. I can't believe he didn't win any of the Emmys he was nominated for.

marycontraire June 18 2010, 01:48:23 UTC

TWO CATHEDRALS. All you need to do is say the title, and I'm off to cry about it.

everlasting_day June 18 2010, 15:33:05 UTC

I can completely see why as I spent the episode in what can only be described as A Very Emotional State.