Caprica: Ghosts in the Machine

Another strong episode, though I would be happier if we got more Sam Adama. As it stands the scene with Sam was a solid piece of drama as per usual. Sam gave his brother the information he needed to become a killer in the game world. The ironic thing is that Joseph really is playing a game, with tremendous ramifications, while Sam is actually ending human lives.

Joseph's guide in the game world is someone we know. Why else would she make the point that her avatar was not an exact replica of her actual body? My money is on his colleague/secretary. She is obviously in love with him and was the only other person who would have bothered to follow the trail he has left. Plus I do not remember Joseph ever letting on that he was a Turon or a lawyer and she seemed to know both of those things right off the bat.

Loved all the interactions at "Mysteries". The "stage performer" has an interesting place but I think he has no idea about the actual secrets of New Cap City. Tamara is tagging the game, I wonder when she is going to realize that she has the power to make New Cap City whatever she wants it to be?

Joseph's in game drug habit will eventually take a huge toll on his relationships in the real world. I am starting to see how this mostly good man was viewed as such a lousy father by Bill Adama.

I thought the dog was dead and I respected the creative staff of Caprica for having the courage to kill such a cute dog on TV. I will admit, however, that I was more than happy to see the dog was not dead, dead dogs bum me out.

Daniel is a bit sadistic. No wonder Zoe hates and mistrusts him. He could have showered U-87 with love in an attempt to coax out his daughter but instead he chose fear and intimidation. He could have apologized to U-87 for making it rip its arm off but opted to set it on fire instead. At first I was frustrated with Zoe's decision to hide her existence from her father but now I completely agree with it.

Amanda and Clarice did not have to much to do in this episode which was fine with me. I am interested in where they are going with her dead brother story line. I thought Amanda's scene with Virgis was terrific. Virgis hit a dead end on the Caprica Buccaneers so now he is going to attack Daniel's marriage. Bold move and one that should pay off. Amanda and Daniel are in a bad place right now and the idea that Daniel may be responsible for two murders will eat away at their fragile relationship.