One of the most intriguing aspects of Season 6 is how on earth Mulder is able to keep investigating X Files, when AD Kirsch has forbidden them from going near these cases. Yet here's our dynamic duo on another road trip to the back end of nowhere.
I've always loved this episode, right from the start where Daryl Mootz is pelted with heart-shaped hailstones. It's a testament to writer Jeffrey Bell that every last dim-witted character is infused with innocent charm. Especially Sheila, who still believes Daryl loved her once.
Of course, in the background - largely playing the role of observers - are Mulder and Scully, both with an opportunity to consider their feelings for each other. Scully, with her speech about realising there's no one else you'd rather be with, and Mulder's tendency to "gaze at Scully". It serves as a nice companion piece to How the Ghosts Stole Christmas (episode 6), with Scully once again suckered in for the ride.
All in all, this is a wonderful fantasy episode - think Roxanne meets Twister. It's highly illogical in places, but charming nonetheless.
I've always loved this episode, right from the start where Daryl Mootz is pelted with heart-shaped hailstones. It's a testament to writer Jeffrey Bell that every last dim-witted character is infused with innocent charm. Especially Sheila, who still believes Daryl loved her once.
Of course, in the background - largely playing the role of observers - are Mulder and Scully, both with an opportunity to consider their feelings for each other. Scully, with her speech about realising there's no one else you'd rather be with, and Mulder's tendency to "gaze at Scully". It serves as a nice companion piece to How the Ghosts Stole Christmas (episode 6), with Scully once again suckered in for the ride.
All in all, this is a wonderful fantasy episode - think Roxanne meets Twister. It's highly illogical in places, but charming nonetheless.