Lost TV Series Season Two Episodes: Man of Science, Man of Faith (#201)

Lost Season Two Episodes
Man of Science, Man of Faith (#201)
Analysis, Notes & Unanswered Questions:

Analysis:

Living quarters with running water and electricity exist within the hatch. The quarters include a full kitchen and a combination locked gun closet.

The Hatch appears to be outfitted for two: bunk bed, ping-pong, backgammon and two desks with chairs in the dome.

The inside of the hatch cover was labeled: Quarantine.

The following has been "confirmed" by the showrunners: When played backwards, Walt said "Press the button. Don't press the button. Bad." Shannon was dreaming when she saw Walt (apparently because she was so tired).

Desmond and Jack met the night that Jack apparently unsuccessfully operated on Sarah.

The driver that Sarah hit was Mr. Rutherford, who was likely Shannon 's father. He died on the table in the ER because Jack chose to stabilize Sarah.

Notes:

The show runners have stated that while the contents of the Hatch are revealed in 201, the explanation would not come until Episode 203 ("Orientation").

Unanswered Questions:

How long has Desmond been in the Hatch? (See Episode 203 Analysis)

How did Desmond end up in the Hatch? (See Episode 203 Analysis)

Is Desmond the only one who lives in the Hatch? (See Episode 203 Analysis)

Why is the Hatch outfitted with a small arsenal in a locked closet?

Why is the inside of the Hatch door marked Quarantine?

Why is the side passage sealed off? Where did it lead?

What is the magnet for?

What happens when Desmond types in the numbers? (See Episode 203 Analysis)

Was Walt referring to the Execute button on the computer in the Hatch?

How was Sarah able to move her toes when Jack said he couldn't repair the damage?

Did Desmond have some knowledge of Sarah's recovery, as his question to Jack seemed to hint?