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Lost
By Jill Murphy,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
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Excellent, sometimes scary drama for fearless families.
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Based on 42 parent reviews
Buckle up for a fun ride!
Best show ever made.
What's the Story?
LOST is what happens when you take a couple of handfuls of survivors -- some family, mostly strangers -- crash them onto an island with a traumatic plane wreck, and give them little sign of hope, a mystery in the jungle, and no sign of rescue. Then add a pinch of Gilligan's Island, a smidge of Survivor, a sprinkle of grown-up Goonies, a dab of 24, and a generous serving of originality to taste. Each episode adds a building block to the mystery surrounding the survivors. Viewers are slowly introduced to each character's past via flashbacks to what led them onto the fictitious Oceanic Airlines Flight 815 -- and, eventually, to the island. Slowly, viewers discover that the characters' fate was no accident, and there are connections between the remaining passengers.
Is It Any Good?
The show's interlocking puzzle of characters, secrets, and endless discoveries make for an enticing family drama. Lost could be considered the TV version of a board game. There are compelling questions left at the end of each episode and vast amounts of room for interpretation. The blend of mystery and drama in Lost is enthralling and tends to overshadow the violence that occurs along the way.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about death and disaster, which are prominent themes in Lost. Is the show optimistic or pessimistic? Are the characters intended to be role models?
Talk about the idea of fate, which plays a pivotal role on the show. Do you believe everything happens for a reason?
The mystery of the island and the embedded clues are a big part of the show, and sharing theories about the happenings on the show can be a fun way for teens and parents to share the viewing experience.
How do the characters on Lost demonstrate courage and teamwork? Why are those important character strengths?
TV Details
- Premiere date: September 22, 2004
- Cast: Dominic Monaghan , Evangeline Lilly , Matthew Fox
- Network: ABC
- Genre: Drama
- Character Strengths: Courage , Teamwork
- TV rating: TV-14
- Awards: Emmy , Golden Globe
- Last updated: October 4, 2023
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