I recently saw the entire run of Alias and fell in love with the twisty spy show. Much of that was down to the central character of spy Sydney Bristow, played wonderfully by Jennifer Garner. The character is a phenomenal one and here are the reasons why:
Reason 1- She is the mistress of disguise:
A lot of the fun of watching Alias was watching the disguises that Sydney would use when on dangerous and covert missions. They ran the gamut from classy to outrageous, though she looked amazing in all of them. Seriously, how many wigs did she wear throughout the run of the show? There are too many to count.
Reason 2- She is adept at getting out of sticky situations:
Bad situations continually befall Sydney throughout Alias. She really shows a knack for getting out of these tough jams with prowess and fighting skills. If there is anyone you need to be cool under pressure and not crack, it is Sydney Bristow. Put her through torture, beatings or threats and she will still most of the time come out on top.
Reason 3- She is a polyglot:
In the spy game, knowing the lingo is key to concealing who you are. Sydney masterfully has a great command of many languages that helps her infiltrate enemy territory with guile and trickery.
Reason 4- She is an emotional person who is sympathetic:
Unlike so many spies in films and television, Sydney actually has a heart and is pretty much just like everyone else. Only she has a more dangerous and eventful life than the average human. All of the events that happen to her show her as a person who while strong, still has vulnerability underneath it all. This is precisely one of the reason I responded to her as a character, her depth of humanity. Her character is a prime example of someone who goes through a lot of trauma, but has the resilience to survive.
Reason 5- She kicks major ass:
As a spy, it is only natural that Sydney would know how to defend herself. Yet her fighting skills are something to behold. Sydney can brawl with the best of them, coming up against evil on a daily basis and locking horns with baddies. Seriously, I wouldn’t want to be on the end of one of her punches.
beetleypete said:
One of these days, I must watch an episode…
She looks a bit like a female version of James Bond. No wonder you like the show so much!
Cheers, Pete.
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vinnieh said:
You’ll enjoy it Pete. There is a certain Bond vibe to her, though she has a heart as well as brains.
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exoticnita54 said:
You make it sound so good 😊..
I will have to look 👀 it up and watch
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vinnieh said:
Oh it is utterly marvellous and packed with style and action. I had a ball watching the show.
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exoticnita54 said:
Thanks 🙏🏻..
I’m totally convinced from your reviews that’s it worth watching
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vinnieh said:
I do so like hearing from you on my blog. I felt so passionately about Alias. I enjoyed the ride that it gave me.
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deaconsden said:
Damn you’re making me want to go through and rewatch now. Love these points.
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vinnieh said:
That was the idea, so I’m thrilled to hear such things.
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Eccentric Muse said:
I’ve always referred to her as the female version of Ethan Hunt.
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vinnieh said:
That’s a pretty good assessment of her.
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KittNoir said:
She. Rocks. 💪💋
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vinnieh said:
She rocks like no other.
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Meg Sorick said:
I missed this show when it was out. I’ll have to see if it’s on Netflix. How you feeling Vinnie? Over the virus?
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vinnieh said:
You gotta see this show Meg. I’m still not 100% but I’m getting a bit better.
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Meg Sorick said:
I will definitely check it out. Keep on the mend, my friend!
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vinnieh said:
I will be doing just that Meg. Meanwhile, fancy taking a stroll through my saucy posts?
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Meg Sorick said:
Maybe in a little bit? I’m expecting my next patient in a few minutes!
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vinnieh said:
Oh OK, I understand Meg. Here’s a link. https://vinnieh.wordpress.com/2016/10/21/heres-something-sexy-as-the-weather-turns-colder/
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Meg Sorick said:
Ok, I’ll check in a bit! 😃
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vinnieh said:
Thanks Meg.
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Laura Beth said:
This is on my watch list! Thanks for sharing.
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vinnieh said:
You won’t regret watching this.
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fragglerocking said:
Hope you’re feeling better V~man!
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vinnieh said:
Not completely better but getting there. Thanks for asking.
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fragglerocking said:
Glad to hear it.
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vinnieh said:
Your support is appreciated a lot.
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kmSalvatore said:
You must be feeling a lot better huh Vman? Hope so. Not my kind of movie, nice review though:)
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vinnieh said:
I am feeling a little bit better. A bit if a way until I’m back to 100% though.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Even though Alias isn’t on Netflix anymore, it’s on Hulu, so at some point I definitely have to give this a whirl. I’m glad you’re feeling better Vinnie.🙋🏻
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vinnieh said:
Oh you will adore Alias Kim. Im sure you’ll like the character of Sydney, what did you like the most about my description of her? I’m feeling slightly better, still some time until the virus lifts.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I like the whole female James Bond vibe. You take it easy okay?
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vinnieh said:
She definitely has that vibe. I promise you I’m taking it easy and resting a lot.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
🤗
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keepsmealive said:
I rally need to start watching this show…
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vinnieh said:
Go for it my friend.
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