The previous episode, “Stan By Me” has turned out to be a much better setup episode than I expected it would be. I had my doubts about how it would serve as a lead-in to tonight’s season finale, but I’m pleased to say that things worked out well.
After Mary went through being drugged, kidnapped, almost raped and shot, there was the inevitable aftermath of it all. How she would react around her mother and sister was something I was curious to see. Emotions ranged from sadness to anger with Mary eventually coming up with quite speech before her family. She’s always been very sure of herself, but that was taken to a new level tonight.
The scene between Mary, Brandi, and Jinx was without a doubt far more emotional than I was expecting. We’ve seen a little emotion from Jinx and Brandi before, but there was some deep-seeded anger and resentment that came forth for a very powerful scene.
Mary McCormack as Mary Shannon on USA’s In Plain Sight
The ending was very nicely done, though at this point, who really thought Mary had the drugs in her car when she was stopped? I like that sort of editing, but I, for one, never fall for the obvious.
With so much dirty laundry being aired tonight, I have to wonder what’s left for next season. We know In Plain Sight has already been renewed for a second season, but I think the writers covered a lot of the loose ends in regards to the daddy story. Sure, we could get to meet the father who bailed on his family, but that’s about it.
The season wrapped up so nicely that I swear I’ve seen series that were canceled do a worse job of wrapping up their show when they knew it wasn’t going to be renewed. I thought “A Fine Meth” was a terrific ending.
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