A Case of the.... Smallville - Episode 9-1

So Smallville has returned for its ninth season (hard to believe, isn’t it?) In a lot of ways, this series is barely recognizable when compared to when it first premiered, with Lex, Lana, Lionel, Jonathan, Martha, and Pete having all been written off. Even classic characters like Kara and Jimmy, who dropped by for a cup of coffee, are no longer on the show.

Not that this is a criticism. Actually, I think trimming down the cast and limiting it, to the most part, with characters that are essential to the Superman mythology is what the series needs at this point. I do wish Lex were still on, but if this season is destined to focus on Clark’s love for Lois and his ability to fly, there will be no complaints from me.

http://tv.insidepulse.com/2009/09/28/smallville-episode-9-1-review/