In Plain Sight (1.3)

Sunday, June 15th, 2008 @ 10 PM

USA

In Plain Sight - Season 1, Epiosde 3 - "Never the Bride"

In "Never the Bride," Mary acted as maid of honor to protect her witness, Treena the diamond smuggler, at her high-profile wedding. (USAnetwork.com)

Marmot: I hated this episode. Just really bad.

Manatee: Not that episode # 2 was stellar, but what a sharp turn for the worst. I'm not sure that this show will be able to produce any more decent episodes. I'm pretty sure it's sinking.

Marmot: That was quick. Where was the mom in this episode?

Manatee: She didn't appear at all. That's one issue with this show. We've talked about the balance (imbalance) of the family/personal life vs. work life. The BF was missing in episode 2 but showed up and purposed in episode 3. The mom was absent though in episode 2 she had a large story line. The stupid sister was still there unfortunately.

Marmot: It's odd that the Mom just sort of disappeared. I was also hoping the guy with the eye patch would show up, but no dice. I thought the whole story in this episode was weak, with Missy Pyle stealing diamonds...what?

Manatee: The whole story line was unfortunately all revolving around Mary's emotional commitment issues and the Witness Protection aspect just mirrored her issues.

Marmot: Which could be nice, if used properly. But...it wasn't. I couldn't care less about what was going on with her...client? What are they called?

Manatee: Ward?

Marmot: I don’t like that. They should change it.

Manatee: There were also some really dumb "comic relief" scenes. Like the detective on the horse at the end, leading the bad guy by a rope. Marshall and his boss dancing at work.

Marmot: Marshall and his inability to talk to Mary's boobs.

Manatee: Weird sexual tension between those two

Marmot: Yeah. It's there, it's just weird.

Manatee: Overall, I don't like where the characters are going... which is nowhere really. There is no growth, no stakes for anyone.

Marmot: Well, it is still early. It's only the 3rd episode. Usually these shows take a little while. How many are in this season?

Manatee: Well, I think there are only 12. So I'm going to be your typical TV watcher... I want more now. I don't have time to sit around and watch a character slowly evolve over 4 seasons! I want awesomeness now! I demand it.

Marmot: Only 12? Yeah, something should have happened by now. I call for a Marshall / bald boss hookup!

Manatee: I'll second that. Though I think everyone is in love with Mary (ring a bell)... Marshall, her BF, her boss, and maybe that little 10 year old from last week.