This TNT original series starring Kyra Sedgwick as Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson—head of LAPD's Major Crimes Division—is an odd bird. Brenda has a reckless disregard for procedure, command structure, and even the law at times, but her loyal crew has evolved into one of the most well-oiled detective squads on TV. Their brand of professionalism and camaraderie is all the more impressive because it's been forged under pressure—and Brenda's conduct leaves them open to all sorts of problems. The show's final season is haunted by two old cases, one involving a suspected rapist (Billy Burke) they could not convict, and the other revolving around Brenda's calculated disregard for a suspect that resulted in his death—and a civil suit brought against her. While she beats the criminal charges, Brenda still has to face up to the personal consequences of what has happened in the past, giving the final segments a dramatic resonance beyond the cases themselves. Mary McDonnell, a frequent guest as internal affairs officer Capt. Sharon Raydor, joins the cast in preparation for the spin-off Major Crimes, currently running on TNT. Compiling all 21 episodes from the 2011–12 final season, DVD extras include a roundtable discussion with cast and crew before a live audience, deleted scenes, and a gag reel. A strong optional purchase. (S. Axmaker)
The Closer: The Complete Seventh and Final Season
Warner, 5 discs, 892 min., not rated, DVD: $59.98 Volume 27, Issue 6
The Closer: The Complete Seventh and Final Season
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