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Hawaii Five-0 Season 3 Episode 1

La O Na Makuahine

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AIRED: Sep 24, 2012

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The team goes after Wo Fat and Delano for the death of an important person. Steve must resolve the issues between him and his "dead" mother, once he finds her alive and well.

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The third season begins with Five-0 struggling with personal matters as they attempt to hunt down Wo-Fat and Frank Dellano.

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By meathead704, Nov 23, 2012

I did enjoy "La O Na Makuahine". However I did have a few problems with the episode. First, how many more times can Wo-Fat escape every predicament he is in unharmed? It's getting to the point of absurdity. Though the method of escape from the police convoy was clever I will admit, it's starting to get old. Also, the climactic shootout on a highway was a problem for me. It was certainly thrilling, but the fact that there were no civilian casualties made the scene a little too implausible. However there are some positive points of the episode as well. Though it's nothing personal, I like that fact that Chin Ho's wife died. It helped make the episode more realistic. Speaking of which I like that for a brief moment Chin Ho became, as Dellano out it, "a dirty cop". I probably would have done the same. Plus, I like the fact that Dellano is gone for good. Now the show can move on. As far as the story concerning McGarrett's mother goes, I am interested to see how it turns out so it's safe to say the episdoe served its purpose.moreless
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thrilling

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By gateship2787, Sep 26, 2012

I loved this episode. It was action filled, lots of stuff blowind up^^ but interesting twists too.

Though the shooting in the middle of the street with so many people around felt a bit too much.

I also agree that the attack of the convoy was predictible but I give them credit for the creativity.

I also like how they portrayed Steve and his mother' relationship.

This episode was very emotional on Chin's part and I'm glad they didn't go with a plot where he could magically save everyone and that's over.

Adam and Kono look great together and it was a good idea to have him save her.

As for the confrontation between Delano and Chin, this is the only way it could have ended I beliieve, but I think we'll see more about it in future episodes, especially after Delano's last sentence.

It's always nice to see Catherine but I'd like the writers to develop her relationship with Steve a bit more, though she get's to "meet the mom" in that episode^^

Finally, the confrontation between Wo Fat and Steve's mom was weird to say the least. So the guy gets into so much troubles to find her and kill her then when he is in front of her he doesn't do anything. And on top of that it seems that Doris didn't do anything either. That go me thinking: why would she not kill or at least try to shout a guy who wants to kill her? so here is my theory, what if she's his mother? ok long shot but she said that everything with Wo Fat's father happened way before she got with Steve's father. So are we gonna discover that Steve is Wo Fat's half-brother? that could be interesting^^

Anyway, that's a great start for the season :)moreless
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Worth the wait

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By mysteriousopal, Sep 25, 2012

It was a very intense episode filled with some pretty dramatic moments. We had some light hearted moments to balance the drama, but overall it was a fast-paced episode packed with action. It was well worth the wait and the anticipation for the new season.

I felt so sorry for poor Chin and that scene when he comes home to his empty house and sees the dinner Malia prepared for him still in the oven - nearly made me cry. Also, we had a intriguing scene at the end after Mama McGarrett left - keeps the mystery still open and I hope we get some more information over the season. All in all a very enjoyable episode and one of the reasons why Hawaii Five-0 is one of my favorite shows.moreless
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another typical hijack

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By MohdAzuanJohan, Sep 25, 2012

when "wo fat" being transferred and loaded inside armored truck, i know the convoy will be hijack. it is typical in every armored convoy scene.
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OMG Season 3 opener

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By KatelynSligar, Sep 25, 2012

OMG!!! This season's opener is incredible! I think Alex did an amazing job at the start interacting with his Mum. It was a good touch and showed the mistrust when he didn't call her 'Mum'. I was so shocked at the end, did not expect her to leave so soon! I'm trying to figure out how they will bring her back in. Also love how she tells Danno off in the car lol! That made me giggle haha

All in all an awesome episode!!!!moreless
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Alex O'Loughlin	Lieutenant Commander Steven J. 'Steve' McGarrett
Scott Caan	Detective Danny 'Danno' Williams
Daniel Dae Kim	Lieutenant Chin Ho Kelly
Grace Park	Police Officer Kono Kalakaua
Masi Oka	Dr. Max Bergman
Michelle Borth	Lieutenant Catherine 'Cat' Rollins

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Karl Herlinger (II)	"Toothpick"	Guest Star
Kimo Moore	Sergeant Kane	Guest Star
Ryan Moniz	Paramedic 1	Guest Star
Christine Lahti	Doris McGarrett	Recurring Role
Taylor Wily	Kamekona	Recurring Role
Dennis Chun	Sergeant Duke Lukela	Recurring Role

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- Doris: (about marriage) You ever think about going for round two?
  Danny: I'd actually rather get kicked in the face with a golf shoe.
  Doris: Hmm, so, what, you've taken a vow of celibacy or...?
  Danny: No, I didn't say that. Uh, I am seeing somebody. Just, we're just taking it very slowly.
  Doris: Yeah, well, why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free, right?
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- Danny: You know, uh, for a woman who died in a car bomb 20 years ago, you are remarkably well put together.
  Doris: Thank you, I'll take that as a compliment.
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- Steve: (after hanging up the phone) Son of a bitch! He wants a full inquiry into the Delano release.
  Doris McGarrett: Steven!
  Danny: Oh yeah, watch your mouth Steven!....
  Doris McGarrett: (to Danny) That goes for you too smart ass!
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- Christine Lahti (Doris McGarrett) was credited as a Special Guest Star for this episode.
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- International Air Dates:
  Canada: September 24, 2012 on Global
  United Kingdom: January 6, 2013 on Sky1/Sky1 HD
  Germany: February 10, 2013 on Sat.1
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- The title of this episode, "La O Na Makuahine" is Hawaiian for "Happy Mother's Day".
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