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After being mysteriously blacklisted from the intelligence community, former CIA operative Michael Westen must rely on his extraordinary--and lethal--set of skills to survive the hard-boiled streets of Miami and somehow recover his stolen identity. With the help of his sultry ex-girlfriend, Fiona (a former IRA affiliate every bit as deadly as she is gorgeous) and his best friend Sam (a former Navy SEAL, who prefers women and alcohol to espionage these days)--Michael must track down his elusive nemesis to get to the bottom of his burn... before it’s too late.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
"This Would be a Good Michael Weston Story, if People Were Allowed to Tell Them."
16 Jun 2009
By Mark Baker
TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:Blu-ray
Michael Weston (Jeffrey Donovan) thought that finding out who burned him would be a good thing. Instead, finding out has made this former spy's life much more complicated. Now that Carla (Tricia Helfer) has stepped out of the shadows as the organization's mouth piece, he has to do her bidding. She has him on some assignment, and Michael thinks it isn't a good thing. So he's trying to find out all he can about the organization and the big picture so he can try to stop them.
But, meanwhile, he needs to eat, so he continues to take on assignments for people in desperate trouble. There's the woman stalked by a drug dealer, the ex-con being roped back into a life of crime, the man who was lost his life savings to medical scam artists, and the football player being harassed by car thieves. Heck, Michael even gets involved in tracking down a Haitian fugitive.
Fortunately, Michael has the help he needs in the form of ex-FBI agent Sam Axe (Bruce Campbell) and ex-girlfriend Fiona Glenanne (Gabriella Anwar). Then again, those two often bring him clients with simple problems that turn complicated. Not making things any easier is Michael's mother Madeline (Sharon Gless) who insists on family bonding moments at the worst possible times.
As much as I enjoyed season 1 of this show, I got even more hooked on season 2. Everything was stronger. The on going storyline is more than enough to keep anyone coming back from week to week. Carla seems to be one step ahead of Michael the entire way, and I wanted to know what was going on as much as he did. The weekly stories were just as strong. I never saw how Michael and his friends would save the day. And if you want tricky gadgets and plenty of explosions, this is the show for you.... Read more ›
But, meanwhile, he needs to eat, so he continues to take on assignments for people in desperate trouble. There's the woman stalked by a drug dealer, the ex-con being roped back into a life of crime, the man who was lost his life savings to medical scam artists, and the football player being harassed by car thieves. Heck, Michael even gets involved in tracking down a Haitian fugitive.
Fortunately, Michael has the help he needs in the form of ex-FBI agent Sam Axe (Bruce Campbell) and ex-girlfriend Fiona Glenanne (Gabriella Anwar). Then again, those two often bring him clients with simple problems that turn complicated. Not making things any easier is Michael's mother Madeline (Sharon Gless) who insists on family bonding moments at the worst possible times.
As much as I enjoyed season 1 of this show, I got even more hooked on season 2. Everything was stronger. The on going storyline is more than enough to keep anyone coming back from week to week. Carla seems to be one step ahead of Michael the entire way, and I wanted to know what was going on as much as he did. The weekly stories were just as strong. I never saw how Michael and his friends would save the day. And if you want tricky gadgets and plenty of explosions, this is the show for you.... Read more ›
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Burn Notice airs on the 'USA Network' in America, the same cable channel that shows Monk Seasons 1-6 [DVD] and Psych - Season 1 [DVD] [2006] amongst other things. It started life as what is known in the US as a 'Summer Show'; in other words a low key effort put out in the television off-season when all the major American networks such as NBC and CBS are showing repeats or reality shows. As such it was never really meant to be that successful, but somehow Burn Notice bucked its humble beginnings, drew in an audience and has just finished airing its 3rd season on US TV, which was shown in two blocks; half in its original summer slot and half during the peak Winter TV season. Its also been renewed for seasons 4 to 6.
The reasons that Burn Notice has proved so popular (picking up 7 million viewers in the US) are on display in Season 2 of the show. Although ostensibly a light drama about spies set in Miami in reality its more like a contemporary and far cooler take on those shows that were popular back in the 80's like MacGyver, the A-Team or Knightrider where a lone hero fights for justice on behalf of the little guy each week. In Burn Notice's case the lone hero is Michael Weston, a former spy who has been given a 'Burn Notice' by his erstwhile employers and banished to enforced retirement in Miami. Aided by on/off girlfriend and former gunrunner/terrorist Fiona, fellow former spook and pal Sam (the legendary Bruce Campbell) and his mother, Michael uses his spy skills to help those who need him whilst he also works to find out why he was 'burned' and declared persona non grata.... Read more ›
The reasons that Burn Notice has proved so popular (picking up 7 million viewers in the US) are on display in Season 2 of the show. Although ostensibly a light drama about spies set in Miami in reality its more like a contemporary and far cooler take on those shows that were popular back in the 80's like MacGyver, the A-Team or Knightrider where a lone hero fights for justice on behalf of the little guy each week. In Burn Notice's case the lone hero is Michael Weston, a former spy who has been given a 'Burn Notice' by his erstwhile employers and banished to enforced retirement in Miami. Aided by on/off girlfriend and former gunrunner/terrorist Fiona, fellow former spook and pal Sam (the legendary Bruce Campbell) and his mother, Michael uses his spy skills to help those who need him whilst he also works to find out why he was 'burned' and declared persona non grata.... Read more ›
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By tallmanbaby
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Our family enjoys watching films together, but a great box set gives you a lot of viewing pleasure for not a lot of money.
This is one of the very best, we all really love this. It is good looking, driven by great characters, full of exciting action scenes, with a witty voiceover full of spy hints and tricks. The main characters are likeable and amusing, while the peripheral characters are less annoying this time out. Onto the second series and it is still fresh, with not a single dud episode here.
In each episode Michael Westen goes beyond the law to sort out someone's problems, generally besting the criminal or corrupt with considerable guile. His use of different personas to trick people is a real joy. There is also an overarching story arc where Michael attempts to find out who was responsible for the original burn notice and why. The danger with any series is that they settle into a familiar format and style which then becomes repetitive. The overarching story arc avoids this, as do the shifting dynamics of the key and peripheral characters. The story arc inevitably hots up considerably at the start and end of the series with friends and foes appearing again.
There are a few extras, and the delight of a disc with former Cagney and Lacey star, Sharon Gless on it. Four discs are packed into a standard DVD size, handy if you don't want DVDs taking over your house.
I've got the next series on pre-order and cannot wait for it to arrive. If you enjoy stuff like N.C.I.S. - Naval Criminal Investigative Service - Series 1 - Complete [DVD], ] and Leverage - Complete Season 1 [DVD] [2008] and you can get this then you are in for a treat. Read more ›
This is one of the very best, we all really love this. It is good looking, driven by great characters, full of exciting action scenes, with a witty voiceover full of spy hints and tricks. The main characters are likeable and amusing, while the peripheral characters are less annoying this time out. Onto the second series and it is still fresh, with not a single dud episode here.
In each episode Michael Westen goes beyond the law to sort out someone's problems, generally besting the criminal or corrupt with considerable guile. His use of different personas to trick people is a real joy. There is also an overarching story arc where Michael attempts to find out who was responsible for the original burn notice and why. The danger with any series is that they settle into a familiar format and style which then becomes repetitive. The overarching story arc avoids this, as do the shifting dynamics of the key and peripheral characters. The story arc inevitably hots up considerably at the start and end of the series with friends and foes appearing again.
There are a few extras, and the delight of a disc with former Cagney and Lacey star, Sharon Gless on it. Four discs are packed into a standard DVD size, handy if you don't want DVDs taking over your house.
I've got the next series on pre-order and cannot wait for it to arrive. If you enjoy stuff like N.C.I.S. - Naval Criminal Investigative Service - Series 1 - Complete [DVD], ] and Leverage - Complete Season 1 [DVD] [2008] and you can get this then you are in for a treat. Read more ›
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4.0 out of 5 stars
good
this is a very up beat serie, quick and off the mark
and on the run at once, will get the rest of the serie as soon as they are on PAL.
and on the run at once, will get the rest of the serie as soon as they are on PAL.
Published 20 days ago by Allan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everyone should watch this series
Good story line. Great characters & acting. Series has both tension and laugh out loud moments. Recommend highly. Don't miss it.
Published 2 months ago by Dobby Freed
5.0 out of 5 stars
Burn Notice - Season 2
This series has everything. Well developed characters, explosive action, comic elements and a romantic will they/wont they relationship between Michael (our hero) and Fiona (the... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Philip Bonworth
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just brilliant
Burn Notice just keep producing brilliant episodes one after the other. Every one is different and the storylines make for some great viewing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Morecambe9
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent very enjoyable. Very good tradecraft too
I would recommend this to people of all ages. No bad language or any offensive. Very funny too. The good guys win.
Published 6 months ago by hussain
5.0 out of 5 stars
one of the best!!
lt is so good to know that there are still some GOOD programmes being made and this is definately one of the best. Read more
Published 8 months ago by A. Gardiner
5.0 out of 5 stars
love the show!
This is such a magnificent show, in my opinion! Its so fast paced and i like when he's speaking when creating bombs and whats going on etc, its educational also! Read more
Published 16 months ago by Ms. Yvonne Noble
5.0 out of 5 stars
Still Sizzling!
If you've only watched Season One, this product will not disappoint. All the elements that make these little half hour gems such fun are holding up well: crazy stunts, fascinating... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Ms. P. Hyde
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's OK, but...
Exciting, mostly well acted - yes. However I find the plot conventions irritating - the way they always refuse money, for example (despite having considerable operating expenses -... Read more
Published on 10 Jan 2011 by Mr. R. M. Morris
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant TV Series
Season 2 of this excellent series is every bit as good as the first.
I'm about to order season 3.
Highly recommended.
I'm about to order season 3.
Highly recommended.
Published on 18 Nov 2010 by Chris Howard
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