The X-Files at 30 S1E12 Fire

We are talking about episode #12 Fire
An old flame from his Oxford days reenters Mulder's life asking for help in solving a series of murders where the victims are mysteriously burned alive.

[@hookybrickshooky9529]

I have to agree, great villain and very good practical effects. Overall a solid entry in the x-files catalogue. :)

[@chacochicken]

We've got a really good run of episodes here including the next one.

[@hookybrickshooky9529]

@@chacochicken The next episode is truly a delight and not only does Brad Dourif perform at the top of his game, but he also probably outdoes all of the weekly X-Files guest stars. At least I can't think of a more menacing appearance in the entire series. :)

[@hookybrickshooky9529]

@@chacochicken In preparation for your upcoming video, I rewatched the "Beyond The Sea" episode to make sure that an aspect of the plot that bothered me was actually there and not a false memory - and yes, I can confirm that the relationship between Luther Lee Boggs and Lucas Henry was not only strange, but Lucas Henry's backstory and motivation for the crime wasn't very convincing. And I've wondered before, and wonder now more than ever, whether this aspect of the show has been undone by possible rewrites or even reshoots of the original script. I mean, “Henry” started the episode like the “Zodiac” and ended it as a very interchangeable villain.

[@hookybrickshooky9529]

@@chacochicken Of course, the episode is anchored by Brad Dourif's fantastic performance and Scully's personal struggle with grief, which is a very strong force throughout the episode. But I also really like that Mulder is allowed to act wisely in the run-up to his "time out" after the injury and that Scully can both be a believer and is given the chance to act accordingly, as long as it's in the interest of others, but she resists Bogg's offer when it comes down to her own personal interest. I think that really gives her a lot of strength as a character. A Top5 Episode already in the first season - wow! ;)

[@chacochicken]

That's a great question. I agree the weak spot in the script was Lucas Henry as a character. My guess is that Morgan & Wong didn't want to have this episode to hew too closely to Silence of the Lambs with a more notorious killer like Buffalo Bill.

[@chancewebster7953]

A good episode. It was right not to continue the relationship between Mulder and Phoebe Green. 1:00 Mark Sheppard was also had a recurring role in The Practice

[@chacochicken]

Mark has done some really good work.