Really just want to address the other reviewers who are upset about the lack of a tribute to Richard Belzer within the episode. What were you expecting the show to do mere days after his death? This episode was shot and edited weeks prior to its airing. Of course I hope they give him and his character a worthy tribute later this season, but let's take it easy on the writers for not being able to alter an already finished episode in order to do it.
As far as the episode goes, I thought it was one of the best ones they've done in recent years. It feels reminiscent of the big guest star episodes of the past. Bradley Whitford does a fantastic job, and we got to see a lot more of the acting chops from the rest of the main cast than we normally do. It was nice seeing Carisi involved in a case. It feels like his role on the show has diminished since switching professions.
Great directing by Mariska Hargitay.
As far as the episode goes, I thought it was one of the best ones they've done in recent years. It feels reminiscent of the big guest star episodes of the past. Bradley Whitford does a fantastic job, and we got to see a lot more of the acting chops from the rest of the main cast than we normally do. It was nice seeing Carisi involved in a case. It feels like his role on the show has diminished since switching professions.
Great directing by Mariska Hargitay.