It is a notable characteristic of the show that all the ‘cool’ posturing and slick gunplay are done (more often than not) with the intention of letting us know that these characters aren’t superheroes and that their actions have real world consequences. ![]() After remarrying Caitlin Davies (Sheena Easton), he becomes a casualty of his war on crime. She can’t deal with his job, even though they have a kid together. A few episodes into the series, Crockett is struggling through a divorce with his wife, Caroline (Belinda Montgomery), which hurts him deeply. ![]() The show, however, is driven by a strong human element that gives it its dramatic edge. An alligator pet, a fancy sports car, and living on a boat made this guy a hit with the ladies. Crockett was the hottest TV personality in the late eighties. Having Johnson and Thomas effortlessly switch from cool action hero to believable human being is a testament to their skill. Being undercover to stop crime is a tough gig, but with all the turmoil that comes with it, it makes for an interesting story. Vice cops live tough lives, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it is portrayed on screen, too. ![]() There are moments in this series when you really feel for these guys. The lead actors, Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas, are excellent.Ĭertainly the characters are stylish and cool, as is the case in most Michael Mann films, but the show gives them some hard-hitting drama as well.
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