Unlike most television crime dramas which neatly introduce and then solve a case all in the space of one hour HBO's THE WIRE follows one single drug and homicide investigation throughout the length of an entire season. Focused on the drug culture of inner-city Baltimore the series' ultra-realistic storyline unfolds from the points of view of both the criminals lording the streets the police officers determined to bring them down and occasionally the politicians who often obstruct the process. Created by writer David Simon (THE CORNER HOMICIDE: LIFE ON THE STREET) THE WIRE's multifaceted approach offers a profoundly humane and wonderfully nuanced view of every aspect of the drug trade and the complex morality of its participants. The first four seasons of the show are included here.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: TELEVISION/HBO UPC: 026359794421 Manufacturer No: 97944
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
good buy:
after watching the series i was waiting for the collection so i could buy it. i looked around and amazon was the best price out of all of them.. i have a new screen open now to buy the 5th season...lol
good buy
The Wire - As in, walk the line!:
First of all, I am not a prudish person but I am getting a bit tired of HBO deciding that the only word worth repeating over and over in the English language is the "F" word. It seems their characters, be it in Deadwood or The Wire have an obsession with this word and can't seem to talk intelligently without it. While the acting in both series was excellent and the story line was intriguing, trying to figure out what the characters were actually saying in "The Wire" was a real challenge. I realize that... more info
The Wire Seasons 1-4:
The DVDs were impossible to watch! They were given as a Christmas gift, and the recipient has already requested my receipt so that they could be returned. If there is any way you can facilitate the return, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank You,
Dr. Barry Sternfeld
Wire 1-4:
CDs were in great condition and on time. The company will bug you until you rate the service (I understand), but I was satisfied and would buy from him again.
