The B and B partnership shows signs of weakness with numerous predators circling.
This is a classic episode with some unforgettable character moments and great irony.
There is little about the plot I can say without spoiling, except that it contains some iconic moments of The Wire.
Various scenes that certain characters share together are brilliantly made. Some involve characters that are rarely on screen together, but when they are it is always electrifying. Another shows characters that are frequently together but this time it feels more poignant and reflective. One scene wonderfully presents two characters heavily linked to the main themes of season 3 that have never shared centre stage together. All of this builds towards a very powerful final scene that lingers in the memory.
The politics and fallout from the Hamsterdam situation are plausibly in sharp focus. This depicts some recognisable strategic manoeuvring from senior members of the command structure, plus a very effective scene involving one character taking in the sights and sounds of a free zone.
Once again the scenes involving Dennis are some of the most enjoyable and rewarding to watch. It is important that they receive this amount of screen time in a show so heavy with realism it might otherwise crush your spirit.
Visually it is incredibly good, with lots of cinematic shots of characters beautifully framed within atmospheric locations. My favourite involves a Western type stand-off between two almost mythical characters.
Performances as ever are top drawer, with Idris Elba, Michael K. Williams, Michael Potts, Wood Harris, Robert Wisdom, Chad Coleman, Frankie Faison and Dominic West all having standout moments.
This is a classic episode with some unforgettable character moments and great irony.
There is little about the plot I can say without spoiling, except that it contains some iconic moments of The Wire.
Various scenes that certain characters share together are brilliantly made. Some involve characters that are rarely on screen together, but when they are it is always electrifying. Another shows characters that are frequently together but this time it feels more poignant and reflective. One scene wonderfully presents two characters heavily linked to the main themes of season 3 that have never shared centre stage together. All of this builds towards a very powerful final scene that lingers in the memory.
The politics and fallout from the Hamsterdam situation are plausibly in sharp focus. This depicts some recognisable strategic manoeuvring from senior members of the command structure, plus a very effective scene involving one character taking in the sights and sounds of a free zone.
Once again the scenes involving Dennis are some of the most enjoyable and rewarding to watch. It is important that they receive this amount of screen time in a show so heavy with realism it might otherwise crush your spirit.
Visually it is incredibly good, with lots of cinematic shots of characters beautifully framed within atmospheric locations. My favourite involves a Western type stand-off between two almost mythical characters.
Performances as ever are top drawer, with Idris Elba, Michael K. Williams, Michael Potts, Wood Harris, Robert Wisdom, Chad Coleman, Frankie Faison and Dominic West all having standout moments.