This was obviously the premier episode of The Lieutenant. But it doesn't pack the necessary punch needed for an opening show of a new series.
The show has a couple of overlapping themes. First, newbie Lt. Rice is supposed to sort out what happened regarding a physical fight between a Private and a Non-Commissioned Officer. The Private is facing up to 25 years in prison, unless Rice can exonerate him. Second, Rice is thrown into the command position for a simulated attack exercise.
The Private vs. The Non-Com is a total flop. Overacting, especially by "the wife". Way too much drama. Then, at the training exercise, Rice is a complete dolt, lost and wandering around while under simulated heavy fire.
To top it off, Rice shows up for a parade-level inspection, his shirt tail is not tucked in, he is a disgrace to the uniform of the USMC.
Watchable, but not very good. No wonder it was put as "Episode 5" in the DVD series.
* * * * * * 6 Stars for this vain attempt at an opening episode. * * * * * *
Florida Fred.
The show has a couple of overlapping themes. First, newbie Lt. Rice is supposed to sort out what happened regarding a physical fight between a Private and a Non-Commissioned Officer. The Private is facing up to 25 years in prison, unless Rice can exonerate him. Second, Rice is thrown into the command position for a simulated attack exercise.
The Private vs. The Non-Com is a total flop. Overacting, especially by "the wife". Way too much drama. Then, at the training exercise, Rice is a complete dolt, lost and wandering around while under simulated heavy fire.
To top it off, Rice shows up for a parade-level inspection, his shirt tail is not tucked in, he is a disgrace to the uniform of the USMC.
Watchable, but not very good. No wonder it was put as "Episode 5" in the DVD series.
* * * * * * 6 Stars for this vain attempt at an opening episode. * * * * * *
Florida Fred.
