Of Human Action

Of Human Action



Season 2, Episode 07
Aired: November 12th, 2009
Written By: Robert Chiappetta, Glen Whitman
Directed By: Joe Chappelle

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SYNOPSIS

This episode follows a case involving the apparent kidnapping of the son of a scientist working for biotechnology corporation Massive Dynamic leading the Fringe team to deal with the repercussions of mind control.

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THE GLYPHS

This episode's glyphs spell:

A-R-R-I-V-E

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THE OBSERVER

The Observer can be seen behind a parked silver car as the NYPD car turns into a parking garage.

Observer
Timestamp: 00:50

EPISODE CLUES

Previous Episode Clue

The patient record for 'CARSON, D' in 'Earthling' foreshadows Dr. Carson's involvement in the cloning experiments in 'Of Human Action'.

Previous episode clue
Timestamp: 12:43
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Next Episode Clue

The simulated aircraft in 'Of Human Action' has markings on it that say "AUG B/12" and "RESCUE", foreshadowing August saving Christine Hollis from a plane crash in 'August'.

Next episode clue
Timestamp: 23:28

ITEMS OF INTEREST

  • Nina mentioned the Penrose-Carson experiments. Dr. Penrose was overseeing the accelerated birth experiments from 'The Same Old Story', indicating a larger network of biological experimentation.

VIDEOS

Behind the Scenes

JJ ABRAMS EASTER EGGS

  • There's a Slusho! ad in the convenience store. (Slusho!) (Image 1)
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Item of interest: Slusho!
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Slusho!
Timestamp: 08:04

FRINGE DIVISION CASE FILE

Fringe Division case file
Fringe Division case file: Of Human Action

WALTER'S FOOD

Walter complained that there was no food at the crime scene, hypothesized that human brains taste like chicken, and made crepes.
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Walter's Food: Crepes
Crepes
Timestamp: 40:52

NOTABLE QUOTES

Nina Sharp:
"William, I don't know if you've been receiving these messages, but I continue to hope. I wanted to update you on the status of the Penrose-Carson experiments. One of the Tylers did, in fact, display a rather dramatic ability for mind control. But before we became aware of his ability, there were some unintended consequences. Among them, he was able to locate records of his surrogate mother, and, unfortunately, made a misguided attempt to reunite with her. In light of this, I am suspending the experiments indefinitely. You were right; mind control is possible, given the right conditions. So despite the unfortunate circumstances, we can consider the project a success. As always, I hope this finds you in good health.
Warmest Regards,
Nina."

CONNECTION CHART

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Connection chart: Of Human Action

EPISODE CONNECTIONS

S1E02 - The Same Old Story

  • Nina refers to the Penrose-Carson experiments in "Of Human Action", an episode about a boy who is revealed to be a clone. His father, Dr. Carson, was actually just the lead scientist on the cloning project. The Penrose-Carson experiments suggest that the clones are linked to Dr. Penrose's experiments in rapid aging in "The Same Old Story".
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S2E15 - Peter

  • Walter (in "Of Human Action"):
    "I can't lose him again."

    This refers to Walter losing his Peter in "Peter".

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Episode Information
Episode Synopsis
The Glyphs
The Observer
Episode Clues
Items of Interest
Videos
JJ Abrams Easter Eggs
Fringe Division Case File
Glyph Sightings
The Redverse
Walter's Food
Names for Astrid
Walter's Lab Notes
Notable Quotes
Connection Chart
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