This episode does an excellent job of enriching the mythology of Lost. The resonance and depth of the show's universe is attaining a level akin to that of Star Wars in the manner that it introduces a character in season 1 and in season 4 manages to elaborate on that character in a manner wholly effective and anything, but trite. I definitely don't recommend this episode to newcomer's of the show, but to the devoted fan, very few episodes are as rewarding and excellent as this. The beauty of this episode lies in the fact that the viewer has been following the series consistently and is rewarded with such beautiful and dramatic exposition. The episode deals with John Locke and this episode further establishes him as one of the strongest and greatest television characters.
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"Destiny, John, is a fickle b*tch"
gridoon202431 January 2009
Warning: Spoilers
This is, IMO, the first Season 4 episode NOT directed by Jack Bender than can easily compete with his; in fact, this is arguably the best episode of the season so far. If "The Shape Of Things To Come" was great for its action, tension and drama, "Cabin Fever" is great for its absurdity. Brilliant, sustained, straight-faced absurdity that toys with your mind and makes you laugh at the same time. Locke's dream (vision? premonition?) sequence early on is SO well done, so blissfully surreal, that I had to watch it at least 5 times. The stuff concerning the ship's doctor is brilliant as well. Minor characters from the current and the past seasons pop up again, at the most unlikely places (and times). Michael has become immortal (?!). Claire has one of her most atypical appearances. Hurley is typically funny ("I have a theory on why we're the only ones who can see the cabin: we're the craziest"). And the final line is the icing on the cake. I love this show! ***1/2 out of 4.
Searching for the cabin
TheLittleSongbird9 June 2018
When 'Lost' was in its prime, it was must-watch television. Remember first watching it, found it remarkably easy to get into, was hooked from the start and was on Season 3 by the end of one week. The general consensus is that the final season is a disappointment and cannot disagree.
Season 3 was for me a solid if uneven season, with many brilliant episodes but a few slightly underwhelming ones, an inconsistent first part of the season and containing one of 'Lost's' low points "Stranger in a Strange Land". Season 4 had a good amount to live up, and its first episode "The Beginning of the End", was a brilliant start. The following episodes between that and this were generally strong, with "The Constant" being a season and show high-point although "Eggtown" and "The Other Woman" disappointed.
While not one of the best episodes of the season or show, "Cabin Fever" is very nicely done. It is more a cooling off putting things into place episode, where character development is advanced but story progression has been stronger before and since.
Found the candy bar scene between Hurley and Ben, intended to be a battle of the emotions, to lack tension and being more like filler as well.
There is a lot though for fans to sink their teeth into and satisfyingly chew, a good deal happens with a lot of characters involved making for a densely written episode that doesn't make the mistake of being shallow.
"Cabin Fever" doesn't feel dull and has enough tension, fun and emotion to keep one engrossed. Locke is very interesting and one doesn't feel like the episode is reiterating known knowledge or going round and circles, and the dream is imaginatively surreal. The ending is surprising
Can't fault the performances, with a terrific as ever performance from Terry O'Quinn and Jorge Garcia and Michael Emerson being more than up to his level.
Nor the stylishness and atmosphere of the visuals, nor the effectively understated and chilling use of music, taut writing and the tightly controlled direction.
Overall, very good. 8/10 Bethany Cox
Season 3 was for me a solid if uneven season, with many brilliant episodes but a few slightly underwhelming ones, an inconsistent first part of the season and containing one of 'Lost's' low points "Stranger in a Strange Land". Season 4 had a good amount to live up, and its first episode "The Beginning of the End", was a brilliant start. The following episodes between that and this were generally strong, with "The Constant" being a season and show high-point although "Eggtown" and "The Other Woman" disappointed.
While not one of the best episodes of the season or show, "Cabin Fever" is very nicely done. It is more a cooling off putting things into place episode, where character development is advanced but story progression has been stronger before and since.
Found the candy bar scene between Hurley and Ben, intended to be a battle of the emotions, to lack tension and being more like filler as well.
There is a lot though for fans to sink their teeth into and satisfyingly chew, a good deal happens with a lot of characters involved making for a densely written episode that doesn't make the mistake of being shallow.
"Cabin Fever" doesn't feel dull and has enough tension, fun and emotion to keep one engrossed. Locke is very interesting and one doesn't feel like the episode is reiterating known knowledge or going round and circles, and the dream is imaginatively surreal. The ending is surprising
Can't fault the performances, with a terrific as ever performance from Terry O'Quinn and Jorge Garcia and Michael Emerson being more than up to his level.
Nor the stylishness and atmosphere of the visuals, nor the effectively understated and chilling use of music, taut writing and the tightly controlled direction.
Overall, very good. 8/10 Bethany Cox
Lacking in subtlety
ametaphysicalshark8 May 2008
Warning: Spoilers
I really don't have much to say about "Cabin Fever". I loved it on original transmission, but having seen it a couple more times since and have found it lacking, although it is still a good episode overall and not anywhere near as bad as "Further Instructions". On the plus side most of what actually happens in the episode is pretty fun, my only real issue was a lack of Michael especially considering the events of the season 4 finale, and I really dislike that Abaddon told Locke to go on the walkabout. The teenage Locke scene isn't terrible in concept I don't think, but the actor completely ruins it and "don't tell me what I can't do" has gone from essential character mantra to drinking-game-worthy catchphrase. The episode's weakness, aside from teenage Locke, is a complete lack of subtlety in execution writing-wise. This is basically "The Man Behind the Curtain" for Locke except not nearly as good, and since I don't think that episode is as great as everyone else does that really doesn't bode well for "Cabin Fever". Nicely-directed and entertaining, I suppose.
A Fine story about John Locke
SirEmu9 May 2008
Warning: Spoilers
First off , I have to comment about the written PlotSynopsis above (I added myself warnings to read that one), that is completely typed down frame by frame on what is going on in this weeks episode of Lost - that is wrong , and should not be read before seeing this episode!!!.
While John Locke , Hurley and Benjamin Linus is on a scout for Jacob's wisdom and fortune, the Soldiers on the big Ship is loading up with the aim to destroy the island and kill all the people on it...
During these 2 missions is on we see how John locke is born , raised and bullied in his period in school and that he in his early youth spoken to that he is a very special child meant to be a special someone This is a very fine episode , it gets a good 8 out of 10
While John Locke , Hurley and Benjamin Linus is on a scout for Jacob's wisdom and fortune, the Soldiers on the big Ship is loading up with the aim to destroy the island and kill all the people on it...
During these 2 missions is on we see how John locke is born , raised and bullied in his period in school and that he in his early youth spoken to that he is a very special child meant to be a special someone This is a very fine episode , it gets a good 8 out of 10
Fourth Season Lost in Stall
claudio_carvalho17 May 2008
Warning: Spoilers
Locke, Ben and Hurley wander in the woods trying to find Jacob's cabin. Meanwhile, Keamy is extremely violent on the vessel, killing the doctor and the captain to force Frank Lapidus to fly back to the island. However Sayid escapes in a Zodiac boat back to the island to tell the survivors what is happening in the vessel.
"Cabin Fever" is another disappointing episode of this awful Fourth Season that again goes nowhere. I do not know the real intentions of the writers and producers of this successful series, but I see two possibilities: the authors are lost with the complexity of the plot, or the producers intend to drag "Lost" along many seasons as possible thinking in money only and forgetting the quality of the shows and satisfaction of the fans and viewers like me. My vote is six.
Title (Brazil): Not Available
Note: On 14 April 2013, I saw this episode again on DVD.
"Cabin Fever" is another disappointing episode of this awful Fourth Season that again goes nowhere. I do not know the real intentions of the writers and producers of this successful series, but I see two possibilities: the authors are lost with the complexity of the plot, or the producers intend to drag "Lost" along many seasons as possible thinking in money only and forgetting the quality of the shows and satisfaction of the fans and viewers like me. My vote is six.
Title (Brazil): Not Available
Note: On 14 April 2013, I saw this episode again on DVD.
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