Extra efforts always seem to be made in those "two-parters" within the "Matlock" series. "The Power Brokers" was particularly special, considering its unique plot and the presence of heavies such as Ralph Bellamy, George Gaynes, and "Columbo"-famed Robert Culp. There is a specific element which draws my attention time after time upon repeated viewings: the priceless conclusion of the interplay between Matlock and the judge at its very end. Considering the circumstances and more appreciated when observing their relationship throughout the story, the writers could not have scripted a better tag to the finale. Although I give this episode no more than 7 of 10, I found the humor, excitement, and overall cleverness of that final dialogue to be more entertaining and inspiring than certain scenes of other episodes which I happen to rate even higher. The writing and directorial staff, Andy Griffith, and George Gaynes deserve extra credit for making this enjoyable twist occur.
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Nancy Stafford - Class Act
jamzzzzzzzbond19 March 2017
It is an interesting study to watch Andy Griffith mature as a person and actor during his career. Early, in movies like "No Time For Sergeants," Griffith effortlessly acted a backward country bumpkin, as if this was his real personality. This continued with the Andy Griffith Show, but you may detect a change in his character as the years went by as Sheriff Andy Taylor became more dignified, complete with changes in his voice as Griffith seemed to shift the buffoonery from his character to other regulars in Mayberry, most notably Don Knots and Goober and the town drunk. Finally, in "Matlock," Griffith is an accomplished actor and his character appears to match the real man, skillful in his craft and respected by everyone. There is no buffoonery in Matlock! Andy Griffith seemed to like the good looking women. Look at the picture in Wikipedia! And Nancy Stafford in this episode is showcased as a beauty!
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