CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000)

Posted : 1 year, 9 months ago at Feb 26 16:57

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation is a show that I will never miss if I can help it.

It's great to watch the mechanisms used to solve the crime, they're thorough, delicate and interesting...I very rarely care whodunnit.

Unlike 'Miami', the original CSI does not rely on Mexican drug lords or bikinied women to draw your interest. The character's are especially complex and very likable..Grissom in particular is an unquestionable genius, and a joy to observe.

Each episode has greater production values than a small country...the special effects and quality of writing make the spend worthwhile. CSI is the pinnacle of the crime drama genre and TV in general.


Rating : 9/10

Posted : 1 year, 11 months ago at Dec 15 16:22

While not an expert on the CSI shows in general, it is as clear as day that this incarnation of the crime solving genre is the best of the bunch. The characters are much more realistic and while the show doesn't take itself too seriously, it never ends floundering as a huge joke (a la CSI: Miami). Another plus point is that the female characters aren't hired for their looks! Hooray! Thus, no Emily Proctors are present to make you want to put your fist through the TV set.

More believable crimes, scenes and evidence trails than the other two CSI series' make this version less embarassing to watch. So far I haven't praised the superhuman perception/vision/telepathic skills of any of the team!

Rating : 7/10

Posted : 2 years, 3 months ago at Aug 20 2:54

I'm a huge fan of criminal forensics and when CSI first came out I jumped at the chance to watch a new take on the usual murder/mysteries shows. This isn't Columbo or Murder She Wrote - the clues are in DNA or some shoe impression, or even a piece of lint (maybe I'm exaggerating).

But still, the show has lasted this long because of the intriguing stories, great ensemble cast and the way they mix in science without making it boring.

Favorite Character: Gil Grissom
Favorite Episode: Grave Danger (season 5)

Rating : 8/10