Comments on: Romantic Moment Spotlight: Linden and Holder Have an Old Hollywood Moment

By: Amber Topping

Amber Topping — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 22:29:04 +0000

In reply to ER. Great thoughts! I totally think the romance was there from the beginning. I agree. :) I personally liked the ending but can see why others might not.

By: ER

ER — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 01:41:49 +0000

Ok, I am so late to this party, but I am re-watching the Killing as part of a personal research project I am doing and I came across this thread. Like many of you, I think Holder and Linden’s relationship is one of the strongest parts of the show. I am commenting because I was surprised to learn that most folks didn’t see it coming at first-I find people’s reactions to on-screen relationships says a lot about our spectrum of experience as humans. Contrary to most of you, it was the immediate connection between the two of them that grabbed my attention. In the first episode, during their first drive together, Holder asks Linden, referring to knowing who the “bad guy” is, “Is that why you’re running away, Linden, because you don’t know no more?” He gets more in 20 minutes of knowing here than anyone else in her life does and she knows it. You can tell by the look on her face. I don’t know if Veena Sud planned it, but the characters did. I think there’s was a compelling romantic relationship from the jump, and I am not sure it was done any favors by having them end up together. the romantic in me liked it, but it did not feel 100% true to their stories. But, that is another conversation…Thanks for letting me comment!

By: Brandy Wair

Brandy Wair — Wed, 12 Nov 2014 21:42:00 +0000

In reply to Kal.

I didn’t see the connection either in the beginning. Not from Linden. Season 2 showed me how much affection Holder had for Linden when he helped her look for Jack and left the msg for his nephew saying Linden needed him. That was super sweet! The looks, the comments, he very subtly showed he was drawn to Sarah but she wasnt willing to let him in close to her as a friend. I was always pulling for Holder though because they were two broken souls seeking truth and meaning so I thought they were perfect for one another. I also think its normal for 2 ppl who spend so much time together sitting in a car, doing surveillance, working closely together, to build some affection for one another. Just another thing I like about this show. The romance is real like life. They don’t just meet and hook up. They are tested by their job, their life, the sadness of the crimes they handle and they form a bond that is unique… like unicorns.
I really love this show and can ramble on and on about Linden and Holder but I think the missed kiss in Season 3 just left me hungry for them to have a real relationship!

By: Amber Topping

Amber Topping — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 19:53:00 +0000

In reply to Kal. Yes, I agree. There is definite affection from Holder! And it just becomes more and more apparent throughout the series! And yes, there's something beautiful about two lost souls finding each other. But then, I love unicorns too! :)

By: Kal

Kal — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 18:21:00 +0000

I just started watching this show. I felt something from Holder in Season one, the episode where he is helping her find Jack. It was not romantic but definite affection from Holder. I think it’s a complex relationship where it’s easy for the viewer to completely miss his well masked feelings for her. I think it’s perfectly normal for two lost souls to find comfort in each other- I also love unicorns, so that’s me!!

By: Amber Topping

Amber Topping — Sat, 24 May 2014 17:48:00 +0000

In reply to M.L.. Yes, it's good to share sometimes! Thank you for your thoughts. And I completely agree!

By: M.L.

M.L. — Sat, 24 May 2014 16:23:00 +0000

Sorry for my bad grammar. My English is not very good.

I watched this show about 2 weeks ago, and I have finished Season 3 by now. I really really enjoy the interaction between them. In the beginning, I don’t think it would be a good idea to see them end up together, considering all the difference of personalities between them.

But later I think that if even Holder can’t be together with Linden, who else? After all those difficult times, all those tears and laughs, they are the two who knows each other the most. I don’t believe that there will be someone like Holder who could get so closer to Linden. And I am just love Linden too much to see her alone in the final season. Holder, too.

They deserve each other.

Can’t wait to see Season 4 in Aug!

I just need to share what’s going on in my head. Thank you!

By: Amber Topping

Amber Topping — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 16:00:00 +0000

In reply to Misti. It didn't occur to me at first either. But then little things in the third season began to make me wonder. And then this scene? Totally caught me off guard. Now I kind of want it to happen too. Though I'll be just fine if it stays in the world of subtext. Anyway, you are welcome!! :)

By: Misti

Misti — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 20:29:00 +0000

I just started watching this show on Netflix and just came across this episode. I’ve never even thought about them having any kind of romantic feelings for each other, but after reading this it all makes sense. Now I see the appeal and I want it to happen. Thanks for making a shipper out of me!

By: silvervintage

silvervintage — Sun, 25 Aug 2013 16:54:00 +0000

In reply to NLE. I think I convinced myself as I was writing it out. :) I hope they bring them together as well and I agree it shouldn't be right away.