Interesting point, but Locke's flashback involved Jacob, so then would he still have a role in saving the island somehow?
Totally agree with your reactions to all of them. Like you said, 2 definitely has that "indie" look to it, but I don't know if that's what they should be going for. Judging from the trailer, I think this film would have mass appeal. Maybe they should market it in a more mainstream way. I voted for 4.
I think you're absolutely right, which begs the question, why hasn't Marvel learned their lesson yet and paid the people who are making them millions!?