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A Television Series the Maintains its Quality

Grady Harp | Los Angeles, CA United States | 08/20/2010

(4 out of 5 stars)

"With umpty-ump crime shows pasted all over the television screens and new ones promised of the next season it is gratifying to see that one of those crime shows maintains its integrity and appreciates its audience the way THE MENTALIST does. The writing is consistently good, the crimes investigated require thought in figuring out the perpetrator, but what really makes the series work is the presence of the main character - the almost nonchalant mindreader Patrick Jane. Part of this is due to the inventiveness of the creator of the series, part of it is due to the script du jour, but the whole thing couldn't work as well without the subtle acting skills of Simon Baker. Baker knows who to keep the twinkle in his eye, even in the most potentially dangerous moments. He never pushes his skills to make the character look like a seer, but instead inserts his penetrating opinions in a way that makes the whole teams of investigators work well together. He is ably supported by Robin Tunney, Tim Kang (a far too underused actor), Amanda Righetti, Owain Yeoman, and of course boss men Terry Kinney and Gregory Itzin. It is a strong team playing out a clever idea for bringing justice. Grady Harp, August 10"

Great TV Show. Great Season.

Travis Fish | Atlanta, Ga USA | 08/14/2010

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The mentalist is funny, clever, and very enjoyable to watch.

It has been in my top favorite TV shows for the past year and it is there to stay.

This DVD is a must buy. Or at the least, go watch a few episodes and you'll agree with me."