Irresistible S2E13 - The X-Files Revisited

[@magnumcornetto]

This episode was considered one of the best back during the show's heyday. These days you rarely see it listed in Best Of lists. My guess is with the proliferation of shows like Criminal Minds, CSI, NCSI, L&O:SVU, etc. this episode doesn't pack the same punch anymore. In my opinion, this episode gets the upper hand over an average Criminal Minds episode just because of that early-X-Files atmosphere.

[@JBSpookyReview]

I'll take this over any criminal minds. Donny Pfaster is a very creepy character.

[@Wednesday.the.Wook.]

I think the whole reason for Scully suddenly being so triggered by this case has to do with her abduction/prior trauma with being physically violated. The scene where she wakes up from being tied up in the closet and Donnie’s face morphs from those random men to the alien creature back to Donnie’s is alluding to individuals who had previously assaulted her. Even though at this point the memories of her abduction are hazy and not understood, they’re still there deep in her mind. She feels connected to Donnie’s victims because parts of their bodies were taken while they were incapacitated. Much like how her ova was taken from hers. That was just my interpretation anyways.

[@JBSpookyReview]

This is a great interpretation and I think you're spot on.

[@KashMunni120]

I very much appreciate how you share the history of the actors who appear on the show

[@JBSpookyReview]

I try to give some context when I can.

[@HopelessHermit]

Classic episode. I even like 'Orison' too; it's just too weird what they ended up doing with Donny. Having him appear as a demon at a glance is artistic enough, they didn't need to hammer it home

[@JBSpookyReview]

I really like Orison and I think they did it as a way for Scully to get some redemption, but you're right they should have just kept him human.

[@redwillow79schippers94]

Nick Chinlund (aka Donny Pfaster) played a very small role in Buffy the Vampire Slayer (the tv show). Very different character. I didn't recognize him at first but after looking him up I was floored. He looks the same but the characters were so different that I couldn't place him. Nick has great range. Fantastic actor. As for Scully, I think it was her recent trauma that made her so sensitive about this case. She probably could have used a vacation after being abducted and nearly dying

[@JBSpookyReview]

It would be hard for me to see Nick as anything but Donny. Also I think you're right about scully.

[@BrandonMichelle]

Yeah, he was a military guy in BTVS, part of Rileys subplot. I recognised him immediately when he showed up on Buffy, i was like, I was like hey it's Donnie!

[@paulmcdonald1876]

You have a talent for noticing supposedly dead bodies breathing

[@JBSpookyReview]

Hahaha no matter what I watch I always check dead bodies for breathing and pulses.

[@MforMovesets]

Mulder: This doesn't look like the work of aliens to me... but everything else does.

[@JBSpookyReview]

Aliens are the most logical explanation.

[@tickleroftheivories]

My husband and I discovered your channel lately. We really enjoy how thorough and informative your videos are!

[@JBSpookyReview]

I'm glad you're enjoying them.

[@ghostdivision7]

Every season has one of those episode that hits you on a whole different level. Irresistible is one of those. And if you interpret the few demon shots as imagination/fear/hallucination, than this is a real monster of which several are out there right now.

[@JBSpookyReview]

Yeah I think that was the point of the demon shots. He wasn't really supposed to be one, it was just representing how evil he is.

[@Onesixthdesign]

A classic x files episode! Very creepy! I also think DHDV is pretty creepy. Thanks for all your hard work, Justin!

[@JBSpookyReview]

This is definitely top tier in my opinion. I'm just glad people enjoy my videos. I always have doubts when I make them hahaha

[@mavromatis]

Leaving the back door open is one thing but telling that to random strangers is next level in home security, even a creep is surprised to hear. I also wonder how did he drag that body on that site, even with all the blood and stuff yet wasn't seen by anyone. Great review once again.

[@JBSpookyReview]

When even Donnie thinks you're weird for telling him that information, that should tell you something.

[@stijnvantongerloo9122]

Does it make me a weirdo that I love this episode so much? The atmosphere is so dark. Some commenters allude to Donnie in demon shape as 'an artistic addition'. My take is that those who see him that way, see right through him to what he is like on the inside, and this manifests as a demon image. See, Scully is not terrified by the dead bodies of this case, but by beginning to grasp the utter darkness of the perp they're trailing. It's the fact that someone with such a pool of darkness inside can exist, and they're getting close to him, which is terrifying. Also: "Imagine telling your wife you finally have a role on the X-files, and it's freak n°2". Thank you so much for that one 😂

[@JBSpookyReview]

No you're not a weirdo, this is a great episode.

[@ELEKTROSKANSEN]

4:11 I nearly spat my ice cream :D Also: funny enough to me, Nick Chinlund was never on Star Trek... but he was in 2 episodes of The Orville, which is basically Star Trek by Seth MacFarlane :D

[@JBSpookyReview]

haha I forgot I did that.

[@sammywilliam8156]

I love everything you do man whenever I feel sad depressed lonely. I've watched one of your videos, and it actually makes me happy, why? Because you have the right balance of being absolute. Hilarious and absolutely dead, straight serious.😊

[@JBSpookyReview]

Wow I really appreciate it. I have demons of my own as well that sometimes make it difficult to put these out at times, but I'm glad they help cheer you up.

[@josephvelasco805]

When you put your face in the suspect list had me screaming

[@JBSpookyReview]

Haha I do stupid things sometimes.

[@KristenSales]

Nick Chinlund is the best guest star X-Files ever had.

[@JBSpookyReview]

I can't argue with you.

[@hs2874]

My pet peeve with this episode is that the guy, as creepy as he is, doesn't seem like an actual X-File. Maybe they added that image of him turning into a demon lster, just so it'd look like there's something supernatural about him. But it feels like a late addition. He's a human creep.

[@JBSpookyReview]

I think you're right. They most likely added it because otherwise the episode could be on just about any police procedural.

[@JohnBelluci]

Amazing video, I loved your deep analysis at the end, thanks man

[@JBSpookyReview]

I do my best, I don't think I'm the smartest guy in the world but I try. Thank you for watching.

[@djbowman332]

This was one of my early favorites as well but if Chris Carter got his wish what would he have Donnie doing to Scully?! Ew!

[@JBSpookyReview]

I don't even want to think about it.

[@WyomingGuy876]

excellent analysis

[@JBSpookyReview]

Well thank you, I just try to have fun with it.

[@AtticussAtticuss]

Dead ass spooky

[@JBSpookyReview]

too spooky.

[@Xegethra]

Ice Lolly's and corpses, perfect combo.

[@JBSpookyReview]

Perfect date night imo.

[@michelegraham1181]

I think a big reason why Scully was so rattled by the case was because the original concept was necrophilia. For a woman, sexual assault can be very disturbing. But to do that to someone after they are dead…Scully would be very disturbed. I think most people would be. I think her performance was based on the much darker tone of the original script.

[@JBSpookyReview]

I think you could be right.

[@adamtrogdon959]

Great video I was wondering how you were going to pronounce the title for the next episode lol

[@JBSpookyReview]

Doing these videos I've noticed I have trouble pronouncing a lot of words and never really noticed. I looked up the pronunciation and did my best to say it. There are a bunch of episodes that are going to sound weird when I say them lol.

[@hajime5486]

It would cool if we did a collab on Twin Peaks

[@jojotheswede8444]

sounds like a great idea, ya hear thet JB?!

[@JBSpookyReview]

That would be interesting, but to be honest I've never seen twin peaks. Shocker I know.

[@Jay-n262]

Another great episode, Nick Chinlund was perfect for this role. This one is high on the creepy factor.

[@JBSpookyReview]

He's so good as Donny Pfaster.

[@sammywilliam8156]

You're absolutely right if I had three daughters and a guy came in to my house and he saw one of them and I noticed that his voice got a little breathy

[@JBSpookyReview]

That guy wouldn't be walking if it was me.

[@melissa7e]

It was the desecration of the dead for nefarious reasons that creeped her out. (I guess autopsying bodies for science is okay?) For some reason she was dreaming that it was happening to her. Foreshadowing?

[@JBSpookyReview]

I think you're right, it is a bit different than just any old murder.

[@chrissherman01]

That kid from Milwaukee is creepy. I bet he's into all kinds of weird art films.

[@JBSpookyReview]

Yeah I wouldn't want to see what's on his computer.

[@GM98420]

I admit a certain bias towards this episode because I'm originally from Minnesota so I get a kick out of Mulder's references to the Vikings football team. This is such a good episode and a what a great villain too.

[@JBSpookyReview]

Donnie is top tier as far as villains in my opinion.

[@jojotheswede8444]

this episode creeps me out, good one though. and im sorry to see you and doge have been arrested

[@JBSpookyReview]

Well we had to be arrested we're both creeps.

[@donovanbradford8231]

A creepy episode for sure and one I'd toss on a top ten list Donny is right up there with Tooms for WTF did I just watch characters. From a creator standpoint I would have put this episode one or two after Scully woke up from her trauma. Also to hist it home more I probably would have had the girl at the funeral home, next victim, the hooker, and his classmate all be red heads. To have it be more obvious why Scully is so effected and why Donny went after her. The grave digging I would have had almost as a if he can't find it normally then he gets desperate.

[@babyBELUGAr]

:points: that's jay bauman

[@JBSpookyReview]

It sure was haha.

[@harryparsons2750]

Scully getting all creeped out makes no sense. She performs autopsies all the time and has seen much worse things

[@JBSpookyReview]

She seems to take things personally when the victim is a woman. I've noticed it in many episodes.

[@DaveFu]

JB, has your beard been chemically treated? How about I draw you a cold bath?

[@JBSpookyReview]

Hahaha it has not and is significantly more grey than it used to be.

[@cwn5]

Hey JB, I was wondering how you got access to so many clips? I was thinking of starting a similar channel myself and Hulu doesn't allow screen recording.

[@JBSpookyReview]

For the episodes well I've had legally obtained digital copies for over a decade. Everything else I get through youtube.

[@cwn5]

@@JBSpookyReview I see, well, I definitely wasn't watching the X-Files over a decade ago, but that still helps a lot!

[@dropkick79]

Speaking of spooky season.....666 subscribers.

[@JBSpookyReview]

Haha I noticed that too.

[@stevennicol5754]

Who the hell was that lol, never seen that before

[@JBSpookyReview]

Who Donnie?

[@jeff196330]

A 9? I guess I don't like the sexually creepy episodes. 6 Absolutely love the next episode. The 2nd one I ever saw

[@hajime5486]

First best buddy

[@JBSpookyReview]

Always happy to see you in the comments.

[@BrashTracks]

Is Donnie a young Ron DeSantis?!

[@JBSpookyReview]

haha it's possible.