S5.E18

Fragile

Episode aired Apr 13, 2006
TV-PG
42m

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Kristin Kreuk and Michael Rosenbaum in Smallville (2001)

When Martha's chief of staff, Naomi, is brutally murdered, her foster daughter, Maddie stays with Martha and Clark. The girl becomes close to Clark and speaks for the first time in years. Bu... Read allWhen Martha's chief of staff, Naomi, is brutally murdered, her foster daughter, Maddie stays with Martha and Clark. The girl becomes close to Clark and speaks for the first time in years. But when she discloses her power to shatter glass, she becomes the prime suspect for the dea... Read allWhen Martha's chief of staff, Naomi, is brutally murdered, her foster daughter, Maddie stays with Martha and Clark. The girl becomes close to Clark and speaks for the first time in years. But when she discloses her power to shatter glass, she becomes the prime suspect for the death of Naomi and her biological mother after Lois voices her suspicions to it. While Clark ... Read all

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Trivia
Tom Welling's directorial debut.

Goofs
The glass that Lois has in her back after Tyler shatters the car windows, is not vehicle glass. Automotive safety glass shatters in small beads, the glass in Lois back are long shards like home window glass.

Quotes
Martha Kent: [seeing how Clark has bonded with Maddie] The way you are with her, your dad would be so proud.

Connections
References Attack of the 50 Foot Woman (1958)

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10/10

Great Job Tom

Tom Welling's directorial debut on "Fragile" is very impressive. "Fragile" is one of the best episodes of this season. Emily Hirst as Maddie, who is born with the ability to control glass, is amazing. She is a talented young actress with a promising future. Her performance may largely be inspired by Welling's direction. His style is understated and has a great feel for relationships. Clark (Welling) and Maddie's (Hirst) relationship is touching, never strained, and the strength of "Fragile".

"Fragile" also returns to the distinguishing storyline of "Smallville" that inspires the series. Sure Clark possesses these awesome super powers, but what really distinguishes Clark as a hero is that he always believes in and sees the best in people regardless of circumstance. I believe in my heart that is the legacy of hero. As the story unfolds Clark becomes Maddie's hero, and in turn Clark inspires Maddie to reclaim her innate power and nobility. All this within an hour's time.

Tom Welling has evolved as an accomplished actor in "Smallville", now he demonstrates a gift for directing. May Tom continue to pursue greater accomplishments in his blossoming career.