The X Files: Finding the reasons behind my sudden obsession (sort of...)

Finally, the reason why I even starting rambling on about TV shows is that I was trying to figure out why all of a sudden, I have this full blown obsession with The X Files. 

The X Files first premiered back in the early nineties.  I think I didn’t watch American television for almost 30 years.  Is that possible?  I don't remember any shows from that time, at least I don't even recall having a favorite.  Oh!  I didn't watch American shows because my parents had the monopoly of the television!  I remember now, the eighties was when the video tape rental for Hong Kong's TVB first came out and I had no say whatsoever in what was on TV or put into the VCR.  I got to see some of the longest running dramas and I believe that is how I learned to speak better Cantonese, more or less.

Growing up, I had always liked the paranormal, the mysteries of the universe, astronomy, feng shui, spiritual aspects of certain religions.  It probably had a lot to do with the company that I was keeping at that time too.  I learned a bit of Tibetan Buddhism, Feng Shui, and Polar Star Astrology along the way.  My Mom had some... interesting experiences... that I was privy to. 

Anyways, I do have some vague memories about The X Files and I don't know why but I know the theme song.  I did catch an episode or two when it was on reruns a few years back, probably Season 8 or 9, I found it confusing and a bit too out there with the Super Soldier thing. I remember thinking that it was dark, weird, creepy and eerie.  I am not into creepy and eerie shows.  Actually I hate horror shows and if I have to watch it, I would cover my eyes and would have jitters for days after.  So, I was never a fan or even remotely a diligent watcher of the show.

But then… I heard about this reboot or reunion or whatever they want to call it and I found myself intrigued.  I thought this show must be pretty special for them to be able to come back after 14 years since the series ended.  Then seeing an older David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson triggered a strong sense of... nostalgia.  Don’t ask me why, I can’t even figure it out yet.  So with my Hulu account, I was able to watched all 9 seasons, 202 episodes.  I even finished the 2 featured movies.  I found myself enchanted with Dana Scully, portrayed by Gillian Anderson.  The character, Scully became more and more interesting as the series continues.   Binge watching's advantage is that I could watch the character's development in a very short amount of time compared to the course of the entire series.  I watched Scully grow up, blossom and mature in 3 weeks time.  The creative team of writers did a beautiful job creating one of the most iconic female television character over the course of the series.  I watched Gillian changed from a young innocent to a beautiful strong woman very comfortable and confident in her own skin.

I enjoyed the funny episodes a bit more than the horror monster shows.  Bad Blood was really quirky and funny.  There were quite a bit of humor in many of the shows and I liked the episodes that tugged at the heart strings.

Watched the new season and to be honest, on one hand, I was disappointed with the stories but it did fill me with a sense of satisfaction that people can age with grace and beauty.