The Closer Reviews
The Closer Review: RIP, Turrell Baylor
"Silent Partner" finally brought the murder case of Turrell Baylor to a close. It should come as no surprise to any of us that it was members of his own ga...
The Closer Review: One Fatal Moment
I'm not going to lie: When I was young, I used to drink and drive. Luckily, I had a DUI, an accident in which nobody was hurt and it knocked the sense into...
The Closer Review: Christmas & Cancer
Brenda Lee's parents, Clay and Willie Ray, turned up on The Closer this week and everything turned funny in "Relative Matters." Thank you, Santa, for this ...
The Closer Review: Nothing Jolly To See Here
"You Have the Right to Remain Jolly" is the first time since I've been writing for TV Fanatic that the rating of 2 out of 5 stars didn't even phase me. Thi...
The Closer Review: For the Greater Good
This federal lawsuit on The Closer is a pain in the neck. It requires the "Necessary Evil" of Captain Raydor documenting, ensuring and logging every blaste...
The Closer Summer Finale Review: Who's the Mole?
What are the odds that Brenda would be on trial for the death of one suspect, while another took his own life in her interrogation room? "Fresh P...
The Closer Review: "Star Turn"
It was cool looking at major crimes through the eyes of the media. I've never even given a second thought to public perception, but considering their usual...
The Closer Review: Deposition Day
"Death Warrant" featured one of the most annoying snitches I've had to suffer through. Seriously, Ray Diamond?!? The guy wanted a deal to prevent a murder ...
The Closer Review: "A Family Affair"
"A Family Affair" showcased Major Crimes doing what it does best: solving a major crime. This was done with little of the team's usual wit and all of the s...
The Closer Review: "Home Improvement"
On The Closer this week, Brenda finally got herself a lawyer at the suggestion of Raydor, and when she heard his retainer was $25,000 her entire attitude w...
Brenda: I see the victim parked illegally. Is that what makes this a major crime?
