This is why I consider Tom the true successor to Chris Reeve as Superman. He approved Tom's portrayal and this episode was a real passing of the torch. Chris even wanted Tom to star in the 2006 Superman Returns movie
@@dynaguy3 Or Tom wanted it. This is the same Tom Welling who didn't want to wear the suit fearing to be typecasted?? Yeah...I'd say he was already typecasted. I don't hear the others making big deal over a suit that not even the head person of CW couldn't convince him to wear the suit. Welling doesn't need an apologist he made his own choice i respect it but i don't agree with it the choice he made. I think Tom did well as Clark just wished he would'ev not taken himself too seriously.
@@GothamKnight84661 yeah he should’ve worn the suit. But it feels like he wanted to be Superman (at least early on) based on the way he told Chris Reeve that he wasn’t picked as the next Superman, but just Clark Kent. I guess we’ll never know
One of the modern uses of the theme that I appreciate. Especially before Smallville had it's own Heroic theme used in the outro for the show in later seasons.
A massive thank you to Al Gough and Miles Millar for giving all of us something to hold on to. I remember watching this episode when it first aired. The moment Christopher Reeve came on screen, you knew the landscape for Smallville was about to change in a massive way. He truly embodied everything about Superman. One of the best episodes of the entire series.
What’s amazing about Christopher Reeve being on this show for me was that despite his condition, his acting was top level. I mean he couldn’t move his body, but you believed every word he said. RIP to the GOAT
He was able to convey so much from his facial expressions like even just moving his eyebrows! Which, if you watch his body of work you know that's par for the course w him, was always fantastic.
Man, the hype for this episode was REAL back in the day, and it didn’t disappoint. I still get chills thinking about Christopher Reeve passing the torch of sorts to Tom, by being the character who tells Clark about his potential origins. And hearing John Williams’ score? Shiiiiiit, this ep was the stuff of legend.
@@TalkVillePodcast Oh shit, of course! Been waiting on the pod on this ep in particular, and y'all didn't disappoint. As per usual, you guys deliver the goods, the insight, and the laughs. You guys are my workout listen every Wednesday lol.
One of the best superhero cameos and one of the best mythos based episodes of any Superman TV show/film. Tom was the only actor who had the torch passed to him by Christopher Reeve, that’s pretty special to think about. Easy three rose episode 🌹🌹🌹
Maaaan, just to see Jonathan's love for his son, and how he wants to trust him makes me shed a tear. Truly felt that. Both Tom and Schneider made a beautiful scene
Rosetta was a big moment for the show. Clark discovering more about his Kryptonian history. Christopher Reeve guest starring as Virgil Swann. One generation’s Superman passing the torch to another generation.
One of my favorite episodes! I remember watching it when it first came on TV and the instant Christopher was shown, I literally jumped up and screamed "YEEEESSSSS!". Christopher is sorely missed around the world!
YESSS me too! I was watching it b4 bed, binging my first watch so I didn't realize this was his cameo ep ahead of time. I literally shot up w excitment when i saw his credit...OMG what an ep!
Thank you guys so much for doing this podcast. Just when I thought I could not love Christopher Reeve more, Tom talks about him refusing to leave set even when threatened by his nurse. Willing to put his own health in jeopardy in order to ensure the message & story of Superman is the best it could be. It made me emotional to hear that, so thank you, Tom, and everyone involved in TalkVille for sharing these stories. Love you guys and love Smallville ❤💙💛
the most epic and emotional moment in this episode is Christopher Reeve, it was like passing the torch from one Superman to another one and this is what made Smallville great.
I gotta say Tom, I totally agree you gotta be a good dude to play Superman and watching the podcast is so refreshing to see how good of a dude and down to earth you are!!!
I’m glad Tom brought up how much the fans love Reckoning! It’s my personal favorite of the whole series and also the highest rated on IMDB. The rollercoaster of emotions from that episode were unbelievable.
This episode really elevates the show to legend status. The Mystery about Clarks origin is so epic, largely because we, the audience kinda know much of it, and Clark so little. But the Alien/Krypton mythos on earth are so good written and shot. X-Files mystery superhero vibes. Loved it!
First off I just want to say how much I love how Tom brings out his director hat when he talks about episodes. You can tell that he really enjoys being behind the camera and I'm really glad that he got his directing start on Smallville. I think some of the best episodes were the Tom Welling directed episodes. What I remember when this episode aired was how emotional I got when I saw Christopher Reeve. It was something I never thought would happen and it really was unexpected. Where this episode shines is the fact that Tom didn't want to know the Superman lore so he really went in blind and that really elevated his performance. I felt that the key "drew" Clark to it and that's why he knew where to go. Kind of like a Kryptonian beacon that connected Kal-El and the key together. I liked how Jonathan just didn't want to accept the fact that his son wanted to go on this journey because he felt like he might lose Clark. From beginning to end, this is by far my favorite episode. Just hearing the iconic music gave me chills. It still does to this day. I actually look up that clip of Tom and Christopher for the Christopher Reeve foundation because it looks like they just enjoyed each others company. I'm with Tom, if I could give this more than 3 roses I would but 3 vases full of roses.
@@MiguelSilva-ty5do, While I do not have any inside information, I would guess that the strike may not affect Talk Ville. This is a podcast, which I am guessing is not the same as a movie, or TV show which could be affected by the strike.
@@MiguelSilva-ty5do, Wow, where did you read this? I would certainly hope that the strike will not affect the podcast, because it is not the same as show, or movie :)
I grew up in the 1960s watching George Reeves in the Adventures of Superman (in syndication on WGN TV Chicago) and I loved Chris Reeve as Superman. I even had a poster of Chris as Superman on my dorm room wall in college. One of my old high school buddies walked in, looked at the poster and said, "It's scary; he IS Superman."
Smallville was such a great show. No matter the small flaws some eps may have, it was still great storytelling and alot of fun. The superhero shows today just don't compare.
ROSETTA!!! Christopher Reeve ❤ Been waiting for this one!!! One of the best episodes of the series!! I love that Al and Miles wanted to be a part of this podcast episode ❤ Can’t wait to dive into this one!! Thank you so much guys ❤ This podcast is the gift that keeps on giving ❤ Thank you ❤ Happy Talk Ville Wednesday ❤️☄️🌽
LOVED this episode! Christopher Reeve... so classy and such an amazing way to use him (as mentioned) to sort of "pass the torch" to the next generation of Superman fans! Him as Dr. Swann is perfection!
Hey there, just wanted to drop a quick comment to say how much I absolutely love the Smallville podcast. As a die-hard fan of the show, it is so refreshing to hear in-depth discussions about each episode and behind the scenes tidbits from the creators and cast members. Michael and Tom are so knowledgeable, engaging, and bring so much humor to each episode. Keep up the amazing work.
It was magical to watch this when I was 9 years old. I fell in love with Superman because of Smallville, and soon after, I saw Reeve's movies. The meeting of generations was epic
Christopher giving Tom his blessing to continue Superman's journey is what shows that Superman goes beyond just being a character in a comic book or in a movie/TV show. Superman is an idea that resides in the hearts and minds of millions and has actually become a guiding foce in society. I think Christopher understood this perfectly because he was such an inspiring and amazing person both in and out of the Superman outfit. There's a reason why Superman is one of the most recognizable characters in history, even surpassing Shakespeare's characters and others that are considered iconic.
Love this episode. Anytime Clark and his parents have heart to hearts or need to trust him are some of my favorite moments. And to Tom's point the amazing job by his co-stars and himself is what really gives the show longevity.
@@TalkVillePodcast Yes! You noticed. To Tom and Christopher's conversation; Tom might not have put on the cape and fully played Superman but he played the man behind the cape for 10 years and was the heart of who the character really is. So he was our Superman.
Listening to this podcast reminded me of a Christopher Reeve story About 30 years ago my wife and I visited Mackinac Island. Christopher Reeve had a hero status among the Island natives as a result of his starring role in the movie Somewhere In Time, which was filmed at the Grand Hotel. When Superman came out, a premiere showing was scheduled at the historic opera house on Mackinac Island with Christopher Reeve in attendance. Unfortunately, technical problems prevented the audio portion of the movie projection from working. To the delight of the audience, Reeve stood in front of the theater and recited all of the lines for the audience while the movie played.
One of the best episodes of TV. I discovered Smallville when the show was in its Sixth Season, but I still managed to watch this episode without knowing Christopher Reeve was going to appear. My jaw spent the next week on the floor - couldn’t believe what I was seeing.
One of the linchpins of the entire series. I loved Smallville from the start and Christopher Reeve was THE Superman of my childhood, and a huge personal inspiration to me, especially after his tragic accident. Seeing Chris and Tom together on-screen is probably one of the most emotionally fulfilling things I've ever seen. Tom deserves a ton of credit too, he holds his own in the scene but also had the grace to defer to Reeve when needed. Beautiful episode.
WB and the creative team originally wanted just a short scene for Christopher Reeve because they were worried about his health and how long he could work. Chris basically told them HE would decide how much he could do and had them rewrite the scene. Got the best kinds of goosebumps when Chris came on that screen and the music from the movies hit. I love that Tom still has such reverence for the episode and for Chris
I just came back from the German Comic Con in Dortmund, Germany, where I had the possibility to meet and talk to Kristin Kreuk and take a picture together with her. This was clearly the highlight for me at this con (my first con ever by the way), and it still feels unreal that I actually met and talked to one of the main actors in my favourite TV show of all time. Like stepping into an alternate reality in a way. I hope she didn't think I was rude because I was really nervous.
Mensch ! Wann war das denn ? 😭 Wann ist das nächste Mal ? Habe gerade nachgeschaut, am 7, 8 December 2024 ist Tom Welling persönlich auf dem Comic Con in Dortmund mitdabei. Wie geil ist das denn ? 😁
Rosetta is an amazing episode. I've been doing a rewatch of the series for the first time since it originally aired. I had forgotten so much that it was almost like watching a brand new show for the first time. All I have left now is the two-part finale. The scene with Christopher Reeve was such a powerful scene. The scene with all its revelations was powerful in and of itself just within the scope of the show, but as a child of the 80s who grew up with Reeve's Superman, it lent so much more weight to the scene and by extension the series as a whole. And the John Williams score elevated it so much. I had forgotten about that too, so when it hit, it brought tears to my eyes. Also, that final scene with John Schneider was a great scene as well. Growing up with Dukes of Hazard, it was surprising what a phenomenal Johnathan Kent he was. His presence in the show was definitely missed after Johnathan Kent died.
I am eleven minutes in and I want to answer Tom's question. @11:03, the purpose of the beam was a mechanism that downloaded the Kryptonian language into his mind, imbuing him with an extraordinary ability to comprehend and communicate in the Kryptonian dialect. The inkling of this extraordinary gift manifested in Clark's doodling on a piece of paper, as he attempted to make sense of the new language that had taken root in his mind. This gift was further evidenced when he was able to read the complex characters written on Dr. Swann's board. Moreover, it was this unique ability that enabled Clark to decipher the messages hidden within the ship, although it was not without its pitfalls, as his initial mis-interpretation of the language led him to believe that the ship's true purpose was one of conquest.
Exactly, which is why when the professor got hit with the beam, he fell into a coma because his brain couldn't download the language without sending him into shock.
@@amichiganblackman3200 but the doctor got a different reaction like the key/wall detected a non-kryptonian trying to use it. He got hit with some sort of defense mechanism like a short blast instead of the download stream Clark got
The scene with Christopher Reeve is such movie magic. There is this emotional weight that the scene has because Clark is learning this heavy stuff, like the existence of Krypton, it being destroyed, and the meta-context that Christopher Reeve is not only sort of passing the torch to another Superman, but also Swann considers his knowledge of Kal-El his legacy and Superman is, of course, a large part of Reeve's legacy. Add the music so perfectly used, and... "This is Kal-El of Krypton, our infant son, our last hope. Please protect him and deliver him from evil." 😭
I loved Superman comics back in the late 60s and early 70s. Curt Swan was my favorite penciler, which is odd that I knew the names of the artists which appeared in the fine print at the bottom of the first page. In 2004 I got a plasma TV and found an HDTV channel that showed two episodes of Smallville back to back, and one night I watched Rosetta and the following episode, and was blown away by the story and acting. I loved the Kent family and the moral values exhibited in the show, and almost cried when Christopher Reeves made his appearance. I didn’t know about the Swan reference until watching this episode of Talkville. Thank you!
I didn't want this Talkville episode to end!! Thanks for having Al Gough and Miles Millar for this episode they have so many great stories and insights about the show and the context of how it was made. This episode was such a treat! Hoping that you have them back at least once every seasons and you should definitely start to call Miles for future episodes like you do with Al ;)
I remember watching this episode Rosetta when it aired with my mom and I was emotional because it was such a heavy episode of Smallville but my mom was emotional because she had watched Christopher Reeve in the theaters as Superman. Very cool for this episode, like many others, to connect to more than one generation on an emotional level.
5:45 I love it when Welling jumps in and adds in all the extra acting and bts tidbits. I really love the lifting of the veil of productions as much as I love the banter between Welling and Rosenbaum. 😂
If you notice when the light enters Clark's body, the Kryptonian letters stay in his body, while the empty beam continues on through. This gave him subconscious Kryptonian language skills.
OMG...I couldn't possibly LOVE this more! Hearing the memories of working with Chris, how amazing he was, how fun it was, and Tom being able to joke around. How incredible. Christopher Reeve is Superman, always will be in my heart. Thank you for sharing your memories. Love you guys!!
My absolute favorite episode of Smallville!!! Sorry I'm so late to watching this episode of Talk Ville. My Dad took me to see Superman The Movie in the theater when I was 6 years old and Christopher Reeve made me believe that a man can fly so when this episode originally aired and the original movie's score started playing and I heard Christopher Reeve's voice, I got major league goosebumps and nipple chills (of course we see Christopher Reeve's face on the magazine earlier in the episode but to actually hear and see him made me tear up). I can't stress enough how much I loved and still love Smallville (it's in my top 5 favorite shows EVER!!!). Thank y'all so much for everything with this podcast and giving us not just info about each episode but for taking us along for a nostalgic ride!!! Many blessings to you and yours!!!
poor Tom, always having to apologize every time for interrupting now because Michael decided to call him out on it and make him feel self conscious. lol
Amazing episode! Probably the best in the first two seasons. The awesome (in the actual sense of the word) appearance of Christopher Reeve was great, he did so well, and to hear of his dedication to the project is heartwarming. Understandable that Tom gets so emotional talking about this. I have to add I really liked how when Jonathan and Clark were talking about Martha's pregnancy, Jon says "You'll always be my son". Later, before Clark goes to see Swann, it gets turned around with him saying "You'll always be my parents" to the Kent couple. Wow! Through this episode, the strength of their bond was portrayed beautifully and really struck at the core of what Smallville is, especially in these earlier seasons.
I love all the info Tom gives during this video....such an epic smallville episode.....I especially love the "blooper" ending/after credits of Tom and Christopher Reeve when Reeve stumbles on ".....Please help"
🌹 🌹 🌹 … By far a 3 rose episode!! Cornerstone of the Superman Ethos PERIOD!! You can show this episode to anyone who has never watched Smallville and they would be instantly hooked and would know the concept of the show. Rosetta has been the basis of Modern Superman Lore and mythology. The way the story is told of Clark finding out that he is Kal-El from Krypton and dealing with the emotions of his earth identity vs. his alien distinctiveness is iconic. And the emotion of Jonathan Kent worrying about his son dealing with his alien identity. Just wow. Tom Welling and Christopher Reece on screen together will forever be a PERFECT MASTERPIECE moment and a defining moment in SUPERMAN HISTORY. LOVE THE PODCAST and the insight from Al and Miles. Have them on more episodes. And Always hold on to Smallville!! 🌹 🌹 🌹
It's wild to see Tom and Michael be themselves, yet it's interesting to see what we enjoy in our homes and with our families is just part of what they do in entertaining so many. The episodes bring back a lot of great memories even if Tom does not remember half what he did. That's hilarious and true to life.
Getting to hear about the behind the scenes of the Christopher Reeve scene made me cry. Just a reminder of how he is a real life Superman. and love hearing about how he gave his stamp of approval to Tom.
This episode is so iconic. Having Christopher Reeve appear and pass the torch to Tom was such a pivotal moment of the show and for him to officially introduce Clark's home planet's name Krypton and Kryptonian name Kal-El for the first time on the show was so fitting. Definitely one of the best episodes of the show! 🌹🌹🌹 for sure! I love this episode and all the ones mentioned but my favourite is the 200th episode, Homecoming. Its like a huge love letter to the fans, perfectly homaging both the show's past and Clark's inevitable future as Superman! Such a fun and brilliant episode imo. Also I laughed at Ryan's face when it was spoiled that Jonathan dies in Reckoning haha
love love love this episode. Passing of the torch, Chris Reeves will always be Superman, Tom and Rosey you guys are simply the best. I ordered some merch, looking forward to getting it autographed soon!
What I will always keep from this show is: Christopher Reeves, the best Lex Luthor and especially the best chemistry I have ever seen on screen: Tom & Kristin.
This has got to be the best pivotal episode of the series so far (i have never seen this show to its end, only few episodes of season 1 when it aired) also the best podcast episode. Loved the excitement and energy about how it came together, my husband is a HUGE superman fan immediately recognized the superman score plan and was so engaged to the episode of the show and wanted to hear this pod afterwards
I have to admit I didn't really start watching smallville until about season 5. But as soon as I got clued in...OMG. IT WAS LIKE THAT FIRST PIECE OF POPCORN.... YOU CAN'T STOP.. there was soo much talent on that show And yes as much as I would love to see the story line continue It was time to close the door Hope everyone is doing well. Thank you for dealing with the labors of making this show
I find that the best moments in Smallville were rarely the big action scenes but the quiet moments of self discovery and human connection. The scenes between Clark and Mr. Kent, subsequently Clark and Dr. Swan still resonate to this day.
I met my future wife at work and got talking about Smallville. I lent her the Season One box set. 10 years later and we had a Smallville inspired wedding.
Such an outstanding episode. Seeing Chris Reeve in a Superman property again was just magic. Real passing of the torch moment, and for my money really solidified Smallville as something special.
I’m behind on watching Talk Ville as this is my first time watching Smallville. What a fun show and this episode of Talk Ville is my favorite so far, love seeing the passion and fond memories y’all had for filming with Christopher Reeve.
Having Christopher be a part of the show just makes Smallville extra special and blessed, as no other live action Superman content will ever be able to do that ❤ Love, love, loved Tom speaking up more but noticed a lot of the time he didn't get to finish his sentences as Michael would take over. Tom started to explain that Greg Beeman directed Tom and Christopher but Michael just talked over him and told Tom's story instead. And Tom shouldn't feel he needs to apologise when he has something to say because his stories are always interesting and that's what we're here for 😉
I love listening to you guys every week, talk about each episode and how you guys get so into it. I have watched Smallville so many times got my grandchildren into it. You guys get so emotional into it, it makes me smile and laugh. Love hearing your experiences on the set. What an awesome treat this week not only on Inside of you but on Talkville getting Al and Miles on the podcasts love them both. Christopher Reeves is my favorite superman on and off the screen he is amazing kind soul. Seeing superman in 1978 for the first time on the big screen at 14 was amazing, I will alway treasure those memories and how it changed how I saw a comic book hero. Another awesome episode this week you guys Rock!!
Only 10 minutes in and loving all of Tom's insight and behind the scenes thoughts. A wonderful Smallville episode, and loving the podcast! You guys are great!
Seriously I was 13 in 2003, I grew up on watching Christopher Reeve's Superman movies. His portrayal of Superman and of Clark was phenomenal. He literally was Superman. Such a legend. When he became paralyzed, I remember it because both of my parents loved Superman so much and his portrayal. His accident was so sad and tragic, but true love between his wife and him. I watched Superman, the adventures of Lois and Clark, which I loved. I remember the scene when Dean hit a homerun then ran and caught it. I absolutely love tom wellings portrayal of young Clark Kent learning his powers. You can really see the impact his family had him, his morals and values. Tom really was Superman. When Christopher Reeve had a cameo on that show, I literally lost it. Probably first time I ever cried watching a show or movie. I thought that was so cool and so epic for them to bring in the original actor to talk to young Clark. When they made Superman Returns, I really really thought they were going to do it with Tom Welling. I was so taken back, even Christopher Reeve said it should've been Tom. I have always adored Superman and these portrayals really show more than the alien with powers. They show who Clark is and that his morals and values come from the Kent's who found him. Legendary actors. I cannot wait to watch Reeve documentary coming out. I still love Cavill's portrayal also. But Tom is best then Reeve then Cavill. I really do love Dean's Superman also. SUPERMAN RETURNS with Brandon though was pretty iconic portrayal to Reeve's Superman portrayal. Please Tom come back to legend!!! You are him. Scratch this animated series. LIVE ACTION!!!!!!!!
So glad we have gotten to this iconic episode of probably the entire series. Christopher Reeve the iconic Superman makes his first appearancebas Dr. Virgil Swann. The scientist who reveals to Clark his Kryptonian origins. I have always loved the entire segment in the episode between Tom and Chris. Always captivated me, I believe due to Chris's condition, he is unable to move and just uses his voice with such strength, power and poise. Have always loved the way he delivered the line: "This is Kal-El of Krypton. Our infant son, our last hope. Please protect him and deliver him from evil.". Said with such strength and fills you with wonder. The moment Tom as Clark touches the words for Kal-El and Krypton is amazing and has great emotion. As is the moment Clark reads the second part of the message. The musical cues of the John William's Superman theme was a brillant touch. Love the words of wisdom Dr. Swann imparts to Clark as well. Clark opening the ship with Jonothan and reading the message was a very well acted scene on Tom's part: Clark worrying about his future destiny wether he was sent to conquer, and Jon reassuring him that he was here to be a force for good, not a force for evil. Such a powerful emotional moment. Again, the John Williams theme was a beautiful touch. Finally, Tom and Chris doing the PSA for the CRPF was a wonderful and fun moment to end on and a great passing of the torch moment between them. Overall, a brillant, beautiful episode of Clark's discovery and tribute to Chris Reeve written by Miles and Al.
33:33 Dr Swann halts Clark before storming off said If you can live with this then so can I but if you walk out that door. it will never open to you again. and you’ll never be able find out the next message!😮👍 it was astonishing! when going to commercial break and then resume in Swann’s office asks him ‘why you doing this to me? I hope to be sure that I’m right about this, Clark then sticks around says show me. Swann: 2nd Screen 📺
Outstanding episode!!! The whole thing from effects, to camera work, to music score. My only wish for this episode was same thing Annette O'Toole once said as well. It would have been mind blowing if somehow there was part of the scene with Annette and Christopher together. I mean the OG Superman and Lana Lang together again!
This is why I consider Tom the true successor to Chris Reeve as Superman. He approved Tom's portrayal and this episode was a real passing of the torch. Chris even wanted Tom to star in the 2006 Superman Returns movie
Then why didn;t he want it then?
@@GothamKnight84661 it would’ve overlapped with filming of the show. And just because Chris wanted Tom doesn’t mean WB did
@@dynaguy3 Or Tom wanted it. This is the same Tom Welling who didn't want to wear the suit fearing to be typecasted?? Yeah...I'd say he was already typecasted. I don't hear the others making big deal over a suit that not even the head person of CW couldn't convince him to wear the suit. Welling doesn't need an apologist he made his own choice i respect it but i don't agree with it the choice he made. I think Tom did well as Clark just wished he would'ev not taken himself too seriously.
@@GothamKnight84661 yeah he should’ve worn the suit. But it feels like he wanted to be Superman (at least early on) based on the way he told Chris Reeve that he wasn’t picked as the next Superman, but just Clark Kent. I guess we’ll never know
How? Chris died in 2004!
This was such a great turning point in the show, and to get Christopher Reeve to play such a pivotal role in Clark’s journey was absolute perfection.
Al said it best. legitimized the show.
i never watched the original superman films but i knew of christopher reeve . it was so cool to see him in smallville
I love that Tom apologizes for jumping in so much like Tom it’s your podcast we want you to do that 😆😆
It shows his character. He's a good dude real life too.
The Superman: The Movie score also playing in the background was incredible. It synced into the modern music of Smallville perfectly.
It really brought the whole episode together
One of the modern uses of the theme that I appreciate. Especially before Smallville had it's own Heroic theme used in the outro for the show in later seasons.
A massive thank you to Al Gough and Miles Millar for giving all of us something to hold on to. I remember watching this episode when it first aired. The moment Christopher Reeve came on screen, you knew the landscape for Smallville was about to change in a massive way. He truly embodied everything about Superman. One of the best episodes of the entire series.
wouldn't be the same without those guys ❤️
So well said.
What’s amazing about Christopher Reeve being on this show for me was that despite his condition, his acting was top level. I mean he couldn’t move his body, but you believed every word he said. RIP to the GOAT
top notch. and dedicated
He was able to convey so much from his facial expressions like even just moving his eyebrows! Which, if you watch his body of work you know that's par for the course w him, was always fantastic.
Man, the hype for this episode was REAL back in the day, and it didn’t disappoint. I still get chills thinking about Christopher Reeve passing the torch of sorts to Tom, by being the character who tells Clark about his potential origins. And hearing John Williams’ score? Shiiiiiit, this ep was the stuff of legend.
legendary. hope you liked the pod too bud
@@TalkVillePodcast Oh shit, of course! Been waiting on the pod on this ep in particular, and y'all didn't disappoint. As per usual, you guys deliver the goods, the insight, and the laughs. You guys are my workout listen every Wednesday lol.
One of the best superhero cameos and one of the best mythos based episodes of any Superman TV show/film. Tom was the only actor who had the torch passed to him by Christopher Reeve, that’s pretty special to think about. Easy three rose episode 🌹🌹🌹
can't think of a better one
@@TalkVillePodcast should have been 3 roses all round!
Edit ... OH! IT WAS! .. Tom with his 4 made it three roses all round!
Maaaan, just to see Jonathan's love for his son, and how he wants to trust him makes me shed a tear. Truly felt that. Both Tom and Schneider made a beautiful scene
Schneider's performance in that last scene. amazing!
Rosetta was a big moment for the show. Clark discovering more about his Kryptonian history. Christopher Reeve guest starring as Virgil Swann. One generation’s Superman passing the torch to another generation.
HUGE episode for the series in multiple ways
Just wish it could have been a 2 or 3 part ep cuz it was so powerful.
One of my favorite episodes! I remember watching it when it first came on TV and the instant Christopher was shown, I literally jumped up and screamed "YEEEESSSSS!". Christopher is sorely missed around the world!
hahah awesome
YESSS me too! I was watching it b4 bed, binging my first watch so I didn't realize this was his cameo ep ahead of time. I literally shot up w excitment when i saw his credit...OMG what an ep!
Big shout out to Talkville team for putting together a fantastic podcast for a landmark episode! Toms insight on this was great!
glad it held up pal. appreciate you
The face Ryan made when he heard the spoiler about John dying and no one noticed it 🤣
Love anytime Smallville dives into the Superman mythology/lore. Those always end up being some of my favorite episodes.
yup. those always tend to feel more special.
@@TalkVillePodcast only special without more ! :|
I agree with Tom, Christopher Reeve is and always will be Superman to me 😭😭😭
always double entendre
Thank you guys so much for doing this podcast. Just when I thought I could not love Christopher Reeve more, Tom talks about him refusing to leave set even when threatened by his nurse. Willing to put his own health in jeopardy in order to ensure the message & story of Superman is the best it could be. It made me emotional to hear that, so thank you, Tom, and everyone involved in TalkVille for sharing these stories. Love you guys and love Smallville ❤💙💛
love hearing that story. every time
You guys treat us fans so good love you guys😊
Just hearing the original Superman score gives me the chills... Amazing tribute!!
1:03:51 love the cut to Ryan as he gets spoilers on when Jonathon's death comes in 😆
He probably knew it would happen, but now he knows when.
@@Thomas_Erickson He looked like it was a total surprise that Jonathan dies.
@@Thomas_Erickson same thing just happened to me
@@Paulafan5 they mentioned it in season 1 but it's possible he didn't realize then
"You wont find answers by looking to the stars. Its a journey you'll have to take by looking inside yourself." best line of the season.
the most epic and emotional moment in this episode is Christopher Reeve, it was like passing the torch from one Superman to another one and this is what made Smallville great.
I gotta say Tom, I totally agree you gotta be a good dude to play Superman and watching the podcast is so refreshing to see how good of a dude and down to earth you are!!!
I’m glad Tom brought up how much the fans love Reckoning! It’s my personal favorite of the whole series and also the highest rated on IMDB. The rollercoaster of emotions from that episode were unbelievable.
This episode really elevates the show to legend status. The Mystery about Clarks origin is so epic, largely because we, the audience kinda know much of it, and Clark so little. But the Alien/Krypton mythos on earth are so good written and shot. X-Files mystery superhero vibes. Loved it!
First off I just want to say how much I love how Tom brings out his director hat when he talks about episodes. You can tell that he really enjoys being behind the camera and I'm really glad that he got his directing start on Smallville. I think some of the best episodes were the Tom Welling directed episodes. What I remember when this episode aired was how emotional I got when I saw Christopher Reeve. It was something I never thought would happen and it really was unexpected. Where this episode shines is the fact that Tom didn't want to know the Superman lore so he really went in blind and that really elevated his performance. I felt that the key "drew" Clark to it and that's why he knew where to go. Kind of like a Kryptonian beacon that connected Kal-El and the key together. I liked how Jonathan just didn't want to accept the fact that his son wanted to go on this journey because he felt like he might lose Clark. From beginning to end, this is by far my favorite episode. Just hearing the iconic music gave me chills. It still does to this day. I actually look up that clip of Tom and Christopher for the Christopher Reeve foundation because it looks like they just enjoyed each others company. I'm with Tom, if I could give this more than 3 roses I would but 3 vases full of roses.
Is this podcast going to be affected by the writers strike?
@@MiguelSilva-ty5do, While I do not have any inside information, I would guess that the strike may not affect Talk Ville. This is a podcast, which I am guessing is not the same as a movie, or TV show which could be affected by the strike.
Thank you. I thought I heard that some podcasts would be but I wasn't sure if it was true or not.
@@MiguelSilva-ty5do, Wow, where did you read this? I would certainly hope that the strike will not affect the podcast, because it is not the same as show, or movie :)
The moment where Clark and Virgil meet on screen is one of my top moments of the entire series. Great episode!
I grew up in the 1960s watching George Reeves in the Adventures of Superman (in syndication on WGN TV Chicago) and I loved Chris Reeve as Superman. I even had a poster of Chris as Superman on my dorm room wall in college. One of my old high school buddies walked in, looked at the poster and said, "It's scary; he IS Superman."
Smallville was such a great show. No matter the small flaws some eps may have, it was still great storytelling and alot of fun. The superhero shows today just don't compare.
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Facts only Gotham, Daredevil and Punisher come close
ROSETTA!!! Christopher Reeve ❤ Been waiting for this one!!! One of the best episodes of the series!! I love that Al and Miles wanted to be a part of this podcast episode ❤ Can’t wait to dive into this one!! Thank you so much guys ❤ This podcast is the gift that keeps on giving ❤ Thank you ❤ Happy Talk Ville Wednesday ❤️☄️🌽
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I definitely cried at those Jonathan and Clark moments. The ending scene especially. Tom and Schneider you were great!!
LOVED this episode! Christopher Reeve... so classy and such an amazing way to use him (as mentioned) to sort of "pass the torch" to the next generation of Superman fans! Him as Dr. Swann is perfection!
Hey there, just wanted to drop a quick comment to say how much I absolutely love the Smallville podcast. As a die-hard fan of the show, it is so refreshing to hear in-depth discussions about each episode and behind the scenes tidbits from the creators and cast members. Michael and Tom are so knowledgeable, engaging, and bring so much humor to each episode. Keep up the amazing work.
thanks for the support buddy. all our love ❤️
It was magical to watch this when I was 9 years old. I fell in love with Superman because of Smallville, and soon after, I saw Reeve's movies. The meeting of generations was epic
Christopher giving Tom his blessing to continue Superman's journey is what shows that Superman goes beyond just being a character in a comic book or in a movie/TV show. Superman is an idea that resides in the hearts and minds of millions and has actually become a guiding foce in society. I think Christopher understood this perfectly because he was such an inspiring and amazing person both in and out of the Superman outfit. There's a reason why Superman is one of the most recognizable characters in history, even surpassing Shakespeare's characters and others that are considered iconic.
Love this episode. Anytime Clark and his parents have heart to hearts or need to trust him are some of my favorite moments. And to Tom's point the amazing job by his co-stars and himself is what really gives the show longevity.
nice pic bud :)
@@TalkVillePodcast Yes! You noticed. To Tom and Christopher's conversation; Tom might not have put on the cape and fully played Superman but he played the man behind the cape for 10 years and was the heart of who the character really is. So he was our Superman.
The Kent family scenes together are always so well done. Inspirational the support dynamic as a family and from the actors relationship as well
Listening to this podcast reminded me of a Christopher Reeve story
About 30 years ago my wife and I visited Mackinac Island. Christopher Reeve had a hero status among the Island natives as a result of his starring role in the movie Somewhere In Time, which was filmed at the Grand Hotel.
When Superman came out, a premiere showing was scheduled at the historic opera house on Mackinac Island with Christopher Reeve in attendance.
Unfortunately, technical problems prevented the audio portion of the movie projection from working. To the delight of the audience, Reeve stood in front of the theater and recited all of the lines for the audience while the movie played.
One of the best episodes of TV. I discovered Smallville when the show was in its Sixth Season, but I still managed to watch this episode without knowing Christopher Reeve was going to appear. My jaw spent the next week on the floor - couldn’t believe what I was seeing.
this was my 1st Smallville episode ever. I couldnt miss the chance to see Chris Reeve and that initiated me in the series.
One of the linchpins of the entire series. I loved Smallville from the start and Christopher Reeve was THE Superman of my childhood, and a huge personal inspiration to me, especially after his tragic accident. Seeing Chris and Tom together on-screen is probably one of the most emotionally fulfilling things I've ever seen. Tom deserves a ton of credit too, he holds his own in the scene but also had the grace to defer to Reeve when needed. Beautiful episode.
I remember anticipating this episode so much! It was so great to see Christopher Reeves (Rest in Power) appear in Smallville!
This was a very special episode with the great John Williams score in honor of Christopher Reeve. It was so emotionally nostalgic for me.
I’ll never forget the Christopher Reeves moment, seeing it live…I had chills for days
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WB and the creative team originally wanted just a short scene for Christopher Reeve because they were worried about his health and how long he could work. Chris basically told them HE would decide how much he could do and had them rewrite the scene. Got the best kinds of goosebumps when Chris came on that screen and the music from the movies hit. I love that Tom still has such reverence for the episode and for Chris
I just came back from the German Comic Con in Dortmund, Germany, where I had the possibility to meet and talk to Kristin Kreuk and take a picture together with her. This was clearly the highlight for me at this con (my first con ever by the way), and it still feels unreal that I actually met and talked to one of the main actors in my favourite TV show of all time. Like stepping into an alternate reality in a way. I hope she didn't think I was rude because I was really nervous.
Cool for you man!
Mensch ! Wann war das denn ? 😭 Wann ist das nächste Mal ? Habe gerade nachgeschaut, am 7, 8 December 2024 ist Tom Welling persönlich auf dem Comic Con in Dortmund mitdabei. Wie geil ist das denn ? 😁
@@SPACE_TRAVELLER_01 Ja, das war echt ein besonderes Erlebnis. Ich hoffe, du schaffst es das nächste Mal hinzufahren, viel Spaß.
Rosetta is an amazing episode. I've been doing a rewatch of the series for the first time since it originally aired. I had forgotten so much that it was almost like watching a brand new show for the first time. All I have left now is the two-part finale.
The scene with Christopher Reeve was such a powerful scene. The scene with all its revelations was powerful in and of itself just within the scope of the show, but as a child of the 80s who grew up with Reeve's Superman, it lent so much more weight to the scene and by extension the series as a whole. And the John Williams score elevated it so much. I had forgotten about that too, so when it hit, it brought tears to my eyes.
Also, that final scene with John Schneider was a great scene as well. Growing up with Dukes of Hazard, it was surprising what a phenomenal Johnathan Kent he was. His presence in the show was definitely missed after Johnathan Kent died.
I am eleven minutes in and I want to answer Tom's question. @11:03, the purpose of the beam was a mechanism that downloaded the Kryptonian language into his mind, imbuing him with an extraordinary ability to comprehend and communicate in the Kryptonian dialect.
The inkling of this extraordinary gift manifested in Clark's doodling on a piece of paper, as he attempted to make sense of the new language that had taken root in his mind. This gift was further evidenced when he was able to read the complex characters written on Dr. Swann's board.
Moreover, it was this unique ability that enabled Clark to decipher the messages hidden within the ship, although it was not without its pitfalls, as his initial mis-interpretation of the language led him to believe that the ship's true purpose was one of conquest.
Exactly, which is why when the professor got hit with the beam, he fell into a coma because his brain couldn't download the language without sending him into shock.
@@amichiganblackman3200 but the doctor got a different reaction like the key/wall detected a non-kryptonian trying to use it. He got hit with some sort of defense mechanism like a short blast instead of the download stream Clark got
The scene with Christopher Reeve is such movie magic. There is this emotional weight that the scene has because Clark is learning this heavy stuff, like the existence of Krypton, it being destroyed, and the meta-context that Christopher Reeve is not only sort of passing the torch to another Superman, but also Swann considers his knowledge of Kal-El his legacy and Superman is, of course, a large part of Reeve's legacy. Add the music so perfectly used, and...
"This is Kal-El of Krypton, our infant son, our last hope. Please protect him and deliver him from evil." 😭
I loved Superman comics back in the late 60s and early 70s. Curt Swan was my favorite penciler, which is odd that I knew the names of the artists which appeared in the fine print at the bottom of the first page. In 2004 I got a plasma TV and found an HDTV channel that showed two episodes of Smallville back to back, and one night I watched Rosetta and the following episode, and was blown away by the story and acting. I loved the Kent family and the moral values exhibited in the show, and almost cried when Christopher Reeves made his appearance. I didn’t know about the Swan reference until watching this episode of Talkville. Thank you!
I didn't want this Talkville episode to end!! Thanks for having Al Gough and Miles Millar for this episode they have so many great stories and insights about the show and the context of how it was made. This episode was such a treat! Hoping that you have them back at least once every seasons and you should definitely start to call Miles for future episodes like you do with Al ;)
I remember watching this episode Rosetta when it aired with my mom and I was emotional because it was such a heavy episode of Smallville but my mom was emotional because she had watched Christopher Reeve in the theaters as Superman. Very cool for this episode, like many others, to connect to more than one generation on an emotional level.
5:45 I love it when Welling jumps in and adds in all the extra acting and bts tidbits. I really love the lifting of the veil of productions as much as I love the banter between Welling and Rosenbaum. 😂
If you notice when the light enters Clark's body, the Kryptonian letters stay in his body, while the empty beam continues on through. This gave him subconscious Kryptonian language skills.
OMG...I couldn't possibly LOVE this more! Hearing the memories of working with Chris, how amazing he was, how fun it was, and Tom being able to joke around. How incredible. Christopher Reeve is Superman, always will be in my heart. Thank you for sharing your memories. Love you guys!!
I enjoy watching the Smallville Creators talk about Smallville.
Christopher Reeve made me a lifelong Superman fan at 3 years old, was so great to have him on Smallville. Hence why my logo is inspired by him too.
My absolute favorite episode of Smallville!!!
Sorry I'm so late to watching this episode of Talk Ville.
My Dad took me to see Superman The Movie in the theater when I was 6 years old and Christopher Reeve made me believe that a man can fly so when this episode originally aired and the original movie's score started playing and I heard Christopher Reeve's voice, I got major league goosebumps and nipple chills (of course we see Christopher Reeve's face on the magazine earlier in the episode but to actually hear and see him made me tear up).
I can't stress enough how much I loved and still love Smallville (it's in my top 5 favorite shows EVER!!!).
Thank y'all so much for everything with this podcast and giving us not just info about each episode but for taking us along for a nostalgic ride!!!
Many blessings to you and yours!!!
Christopher Reeve was my childhood hero. I loved this episode. Thank you, Tom, for keeping the legacy.
Seeing Christopher Reeve and hearing the '78 music just sent this episode into a whole other world. 4 roses with Tom!
My favorite episode of the whole series and one of my favorite episodes of TV in general.
poor Tom, always having to apologize every time for interrupting now because Michael decided to call him out on it and make him feel self conscious. lol
Amazing episode! Probably the best in the first two seasons. The awesome (in the actual sense of the word) appearance of Christopher Reeve was great, he did so well, and to hear of his dedication to the project is heartwarming. Understandable that Tom gets so emotional talking about this.
I have to add I really liked how when Jonathan and Clark were talking about Martha's pregnancy, Jon says "You'll always be my son". Later, before Clark goes to see Swann, it gets turned around with him saying "You'll always be my parents" to the Kent couple. Wow! Through this episode, the strength of their bond was portrayed beautifully and really struck at the core of what Smallville is, especially in these earlier seasons.
Loved this episode, I'm on the final few episodes of season 10 and I put off watching it for a month because I don't want it to end....again!!!!
I love all the info Tom gives during this video....such an epic smallville episode.....I especially love the "blooper" ending/after credits of Tom and Christopher Reeve when Reeve stumbles on ".....Please help"
🌹 🌹 🌹 … By far a 3 rose episode!! Cornerstone of the Superman Ethos PERIOD!! You can show this episode to anyone who has never watched Smallville and they would be instantly hooked and would know the concept of the show. Rosetta has been the basis of Modern Superman Lore and mythology. The way the story is told of Clark finding out that he is Kal-El from Krypton and dealing with the emotions of his earth identity vs. his alien distinctiveness is iconic. And the emotion of Jonathan Kent worrying about his son dealing with his alien identity. Just wow. Tom Welling and Christopher Reece on screen together will forever be a PERFECT MASTERPIECE moment and a defining moment in SUPERMAN HISTORY.
LOVE THE PODCAST and the insight from Al and Miles. Have them on more episodes. And Always hold on to Smallville!! 🌹 🌹 🌹
It's wild to see Tom and Michael be themselves, yet it's interesting to see what we enjoy in our homes and with our families is just part of what they do in entertaining so many. The episodes bring back a lot of great memories even if Tom does not remember half what he did. That's hilarious and true to life.
haha thanks pal
Best Talkville episode EVER. Loved the interview with Al & Miles, loved seeing you guys love this vital ep as much as we all do.
Getting to hear about the behind the scenes of the Christopher Reeve scene made me cry. Just a reminder of how he is a real life Superman. and love hearing about how he gave his stamp of approval to Tom.
I give this show 4 roses. Thanks for doing Talkville!
This episode is so iconic. Having Christopher Reeve appear and pass the torch to Tom was such a pivotal moment of the show and for him to officially introduce Clark's home planet's name Krypton and Kryptonian name Kal-El for the first time on the show was so fitting.
Definitely one of the best episodes of the show! 🌹🌹🌹 for sure!
I love this episode and all the ones mentioned but my favourite is the 200th episode, Homecoming. Its like a huge love letter to the fans, perfectly homaging both the show's past and Clark's inevitable future as Superman! Such a fun and brilliant episode imo.
Also I laughed at Ryan's face when it was spoiled that Jonathan dies in Reckoning haha
love love love this episode. Passing of the torch, Chris Reeves will always be Superman, Tom and Rosey you guys are simply the best. I ordered some merch, looking forward to getting it autographed soon!
What I will always keep from this show is: Christopher Reeves, the best Lex Luthor and especially the best chemistry I have ever seen on screen: Tom & Kristin.
This has got to be the best pivotal episode of the series so far (i have never seen this show to its end, only few episodes of season 1 when it aired) also the best podcast episode. Loved the excitement and energy about how it came together, my husband is a HUGE superman fan immediately recognized the superman score plan and was so engaged to the episode of the show and wanted to hear this pod afterwards
This is one of my favorite episodes. I tear up every time I see Chris on screen.
I have to admit I didn't really start watching smallville until about season 5.
But as soon as I got clued in...OMG. IT WAS LIKE THAT FIRST PIECE OF POPCORN....
YOU CAN'T STOP..
there was soo much talent on that show
And yes as much as I would love to see the story line continue
It was time to close the door
Hope everyone is doing well.
Thank you for dealing with the labors of making this show
I find that the best moments in Smallville were rarely the big action scenes but the quiet moments of self discovery and human connection. The scenes between Clark and Mr. Kent, subsequently Clark and Dr. Swan still resonate to this day.
I met my future wife at work and got talking about Smallville. I lent her the Season One box set. 10 years later and we had a Smallville inspired wedding.
Such an outstanding episode. Seeing Chris Reeve in a Superman property again was just magic. Real passing of the torch moment, and for my money really solidified Smallville as something special.
This episode (Rosetta) was life changing.
Loved the show for decades now. Can’t believe it’s been soo long. How ever the story arch with Lex and his dad was the best part of the series
I’m behind on watching Talk Ville as this is my first time watching Smallville. What a fun show and this episode of Talk Ville is my favorite so far, love seeing the passion and fond memories y’all had for filming with Christopher Reeve.
Absolutely loved this episode and Christopher Reeve! Thanks for having Al and Miles on again and for making Wednesdays better ❤
double entendre? haha
The close-up of Ryan when Jonathan’s death was spoiled for him!! Thankfully he seems like a chill guy 😎
Having Christopher be a part of the show just makes Smallville extra special and blessed, as no other live action Superman content will ever be able to do that ❤
Love, love, loved Tom speaking up more but noticed a lot of the time he didn't get to finish his sentences as Michael would take over. Tom started to explain that Greg Beeman directed Tom and Christopher but Michael just talked over him and told Tom's story instead.
And Tom shouldn't feel he needs to apologise when he has something to say because his stories are always interesting and that's what we're here for 😉
Discovered the podcast a couple of weeks ago, started re-watching the show episode by episode, and FINALLY caught up to this one :D What a ride!
Christopher Reeve was amazing in this episode. He showed true talent and heart despite his limitations. Great job guys! Thank you!
This is my favorite episode thus far. Seeing the chemistry between Christopher Reeve and Tom was amazing.
I love listening to you guys every week, talk about each episode and how you guys get so into it. I have watched Smallville so many times got my grandchildren into it. You guys get so emotional into it, it makes me smile and laugh. Love hearing your experiences on the set. What an awesome treat this week not only on Inside of you but on Talkville getting Al and Miles on the podcasts love them both. Christopher Reeves is my favorite superman on and off the screen he is amazing kind soul. Seeing superman in 1978 for the first time on the big screen at 14 was amazing, I will alway treasure those memories and how it changed how I saw a comic book hero. Another awesome episode this week you guys Rock!!
all my love always candy ❤️
How can anyone give an episode with Christopher Reeve in it anything less than 3 roses? 😭
Agree with Tom, all of the roses for this one. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Only 10 minutes in and loving all of Tom's insight and behind the scenes thoughts. A wonderful Smallville episode, and loving the podcast! You guys are great!
Seriously I was 13 in 2003, I grew up on watching Christopher Reeve's Superman movies. His portrayal of Superman and of Clark was phenomenal. He literally was Superman. Such a legend. When he became paralyzed, I remember it because both of my parents loved Superman so much and his portrayal. His accident was so sad and tragic, but true love between his wife and him. I watched Superman, the adventures of Lois and Clark, which I loved. I remember the scene when Dean hit a homerun then ran and caught it.
I absolutely love tom wellings portrayal of young Clark Kent learning his powers. You can really see the impact his family had him, his morals and values. Tom really was Superman. When Christopher Reeve had a cameo on that show, I literally lost it. Probably first time I ever cried watching a show or movie. I thought that was so cool and so epic for them to bring in the original actor to talk to young Clark.
When they made Superman Returns, I really really thought they were going to do it with Tom Welling. I was so taken back, even Christopher Reeve said it should've been Tom. I have always adored Superman and these portrayals really show more than the alien with powers. They show who Clark is and that his morals and values come from the Kent's who found him. Legendary actors.
I cannot wait to watch Reeve documentary coming out.
I still love Cavill's portrayal also. But Tom is best then Reeve then Cavill. I really do love Dean's Superman also. SUPERMAN RETURNS with Brandon though was pretty iconic portrayal to Reeve's Superman portrayal.
Please Tom come back to legend!!! You are him. Scratch this animated series.
LIVE ACTION!!!!!!!!
Love this episode. Passing of the torch was iconic
This was a great episode! I love them all, especially the honesty from Michael, but I liked you all were so excited to talk to Al and Miles.
So glad we have gotten to this iconic episode of probably the entire series. Christopher Reeve the iconic Superman makes his first appearancebas Dr. Virgil Swann. The scientist who reveals to Clark his Kryptonian origins. I have always loved the entire segment in the episode between Tom and Chris. Always captivated me, I believe due to Chris's condition, he is unable to move and just uses his voice with such strength, power and poise. Have always loved the way he delivered the line: "This is Kal-El of Krypton. Our infant son, our last hope. Please protect him and deliver him from evil.". Said with such strength and fills you with wonder. The moment Tom as Clark touches the words for Kal-El and Krypton is amazing and has great emotion. As is the moment Clark reads the second part of the message. The musical cues of the John William's Superman theme was a brillant touch. Love the words of wisdom Dr. Swann imparts to Clark as well. Clark opening the ship with Jonothan and reading the message was a very well acted scene on Tom's part: Clark worrying about his future destiny wether he was sent to conquer, and Jon reassuring him that he was here to be a force for good, not a force for evil. Such a powerful emotional moment. Again, the John Williams theme was a beautiful touch. Finally, Tom and Chris doing the PSA for the CRPF was a wonderful and fun moment to end on and a great passing of the torch moment between them. Overall, a brillant, beautiful episode of Clark's discovery and tribute to Chris Reeve written by Miles and Al.
The beam of light gave Clark the knowledge to understand the Kryptonian language. 11:20
That beam downloaded the Kryptonian language into Clark's mind. It's why he's suddenly able to translate the markings from the cave afterwards.
I love all the talkville episodes, but this was my favorite so far. Insight from you both especially all of Tom’s memories was amazing.
Yo Michael why you always rushing? 😂 we'll watch as long as it goes!
We got all the time!🎉
I don't speak English as first language, it is hard to follow even with subtitles 😂😂😂
33:33 Dr Swann halts Clark before storming off said If you can live with this then so can I but if you walk out that door. it will never open to you again. and you’ll never be able find out the next message!😮👍 it was astonishing! when going to commercial break and then resume in Swann’s office asks him ‘why you doing this to me? I hope to be sure that I’m right about this, Clark then sticks around says show me. Swann: 2nd Screen 📺
Outstanding episode!!! The whole thing from effects, to camera work, to music score. My only wish for this episode was same thing Annette O'Toole once said as well. It would have been mind blowing if somehow there was part of the scene with Annette and Christopher together. I mean the OG Superman and Lana Lang together again!
I genuinely teared up seeing Christopher Reeve. Rest In Peace Superman.
I don’t want to be over dramatic but this podcast is the best thing to happen in my life since Smallville aired.