LOST - The Series

The incredible phenomenon of the TV show "Lost" is an exercise in the creation of a cult following and by writing this blog I too join that cult!

But let’s look at the big picture and make an assumption that the writers are focused on sci-fi and not sci-fi fantasy. Sci-fi offers a semblance of possibility whereas sci-fi fantasy is off the wall and would be disappointing to many people.

It apparent that the “island” was a huge experiment, under the name of “Dharma Initiative”, because of the island’s unusual electromagnetic energy. The Hanso Foundation was harnessing this energy to serve human kind, but we don’t know in what manner. Electromagnetic radiation can affect humans in certain ways and may explain some of the phenomena such as illusions, delusions, healing properties, paranormal behavior, and the “sickness” mentioned many times and the need for quarantine. At least we know why the Oceanic flight crashed, but was it predetermined because of the passengers on board.

We can pretty much assume that the Hanso Foundation was using humans as guinea pigs and when the experiment went bad a group of people mutinied and these are the “Others” who are fearful of strangers. What is strange is that the “Others” gave Michael the heading to steer through the island’s EMF, but they themselves seem not to want to leave the place?? Have they achieved something they don’t want to give up or share?

There are many facets to the story, but remember they may be macguffins let’s hope they’re not major!