Episode 2.13: Suspect

When Lionel Luthor is shot at the Luthor mansion Jonathan Kent is arrested for attempted murder. While all of the evidence seems to point to him there are others who may have just as much motive. But who is really guilty of the crime?

This is a good old-fashioned Cluedo-style mystery that works very well. It highlights Lionel Luthor's corruptive influence on the Smallville community.

While it is obvious that neither Jonathan Kent or Lex would be guilty of the crime, the interest lies in finding out who set Mr Kent up, and why.

The Rashomon style of storytelling works well though you get the feeling they really wanted to milk the stuntwork of Lionel falling through the table off the balcony. Not quite sure we needed to see it in every flashback.

9/10