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“The Return of Cutthroat B***h…” [House] |
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Monday, 21 April 2008 |
I rarely write reviews of “House.” In fact, this would be the first time. Don’t get me wrong, I love “House,” and Hugh Laurie is one of the most iconic characters currently on television. It’s just that although the show does place emphasis on the personal evolution of Dr. House, I feel that the character-driven aspects of the show take the back seat to the ‘illness of the week.’ When it comes down it, House rarely does change and even when that unlikely situation occurs, he will probably revert back to his former nature in the long run. Nevertheless, I felt this episode was introspective enough to warrant a review of some kind.
First off, I was very pleased about the plot decision to bring Amber back into the mix. I have always admired her straight-forwardness about the cunning and somewhat deceptive methods that she often utilizes to gain the maximum benefit for herself. However, I never quite realized the similarities between Amber and House. Despite what Wilson might argue, the former Amber was the female version of House. I found House’s reaction to the revelation that Wilson and House were now romantically connected to be quite amusing. Also, even more stunning was Amber’s development into someone who wasn’t as manipulative as House may have thought.
This made me think that for Wilson and House’s friendship to improve, House would have to take a page out of Amber’s book and begin to change parts of his manipulative nature as well. Clearly Wilson would appreciate that, but for how long would that last before Wilson would inevitably betray House. Unfortunately, I personally think that would be a bad plot decision, because it is House’s unique way of approaching situations that make him such a brilliant doctor, and for him to change might eliminate that – as was viewed in the third season premiere (not sure) episodes.
Concerning thirteen and the rest of the new doctors, I initially welcomed their presence because I felt their particular plot line revitalized the show a bit. However, I now believe that as interesting as they might be (13 in particular), that the former “House Team” worked a little better. On a side note, the original cast is still featured in the opening credits, yet they are given less, if at all, screen time then their newer counterparts. Is this going to be a continuing trend, or are they going to be eliminate from the show’s main cast entirely. Quite personally, I hope that House finds a way to reunite his former team, but find a way to make the new supporting cast still relevant.
I give this episode an 8/10 |
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