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The Closer
Posted: 06/15/08
My favorite TV show is about to return. It’s the summer replacement series, “The Closer” starring Kyra Sedgwick (above) as Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson of the LAPD.

Sedgwick/Johnson is a study in contrasts. In her professional life, she is relentless in pursing a murder suspect until she obtains a confession for the crime. She is detail oriented and analytical. Her wit is razor sharp, and she’s addicted to chocolate.

Her personal life, however, is a mess. She’s often late for appointments, frequently takes her significant other for granted, and can’t make important decisions or a real commitment. Her love of chocolate is the only connection to the professional Kyra/Brenda character.

Season Four starts July 14, but -- like many series -- if you’re tuning in for the first time I highly recommend you obtain the previous seasons that are out on DVD. Failing that, then visit the official Closer website, http://www.tnt.tv/closer, for the lowdown on the cast of characters in “The Closer.”

I give this show five police badges out of a possible five.


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