The fourth episode of the first season of "Lethal Weapon", "There Goes the Neighborhood" shows all the strengths this show has this early in its life. We have action, comedy, touching moments, and a great chemistry between the characters. The plot is not especially original, but it is interesting enough, directed in a fast paced style and doesn't let the viewer down.
In this episode we have Roger and Martin trying to catch some robbers. At the same time, Roger's son, Roger Jr., meets an old friend in his old neighborhood, and they start hanging out together. Does this friend, Marcus, have anything to do with the burglaries?
From the get-go this episode is a blast. From Roger visiting his old neighborhood with his son, the dynamics between the characters are great, and the character development top notch. Wayans does a great job, and seems to feel quite comfortable by now as Roger, and in his relationship with Crawford's Martin. There is some talk about the values of community and friendship and asking for forgiveness that add a nice touch to the episode. The action is good, but it is also funny and there is a fight in a gym that is quite good. And the humor keeps coming. "Lethal Weapon" is rising above average TV to become a very entertaining show.
Great episode.
In this episode we have Roger and Martin trying to catch some robbers. At the same time, Roger's son, Roger Jr., meets an old friend in his old neighborhood, and they start hanging out together. Does this friend, Marcus, have anything to do with the burglaries?
From the get-go this episode is a blast. From Roger visiting his old neighborhood with his son, the dynamics between the characters are great, and the character development top notch. Wayans does a great job, and seems to feel quite comfortable by now as Roger, and in his relationship with Crawford's Martin. There is some talk about the values of community and friendship and asking for forgiveness that add a nice touch to the episode. The action is good, but it is also funny and there is a fight in a gym that is quite good. And the humor keeps coming. "Lethal Weapon" is rising above average TV to become a very entertaining show.
Great episode.