After the first 6 episodes of 15th season being fine to underwhelming, I thought that one of my most beloved shows was going under. I never expected to see a great episode. "Burden of proof" IS an awesome entry to the 15th season, which I have been waiting for a LONG time. Yes, "Skeleton crew" was good, but "Burden of proof" improves that story so much.
Let's start with good.
. The story of this episode is the most engaging I have seen in 2 years. From the first few minutes, tension of the case is already built with very effective opening sequence, which worked like magic. The narrative about Gabriel Hicks and is he innocent of bludgeoning a marine officer to death or not is compelling, let alone dramatic. I love stories, which do not play by the standards.
. The acting is also wonderful. Have always liked the main cast, but Graham Hamilton gives an outstanding performance as Gabriel Hicks.
. The subplot about Jacqueline Sloanes father making a mistake fit in with the main plot as well.
But...
. The final twist of this episode, while extremely effective and clever, can come of forced- the guy we are supposed to feel sorry for turns out to be the killer after all. It felt bit like cheating to be honest..
That being said, "The Burden of proof" is a compelling must watch for fans.
8/10 HK
Let's start with good.
. The story of this episode is the most engaging I have seen in 2 years. From the first few minutes, tension of the case is already built with very effective opening sequence, which worked like magic. The narrative about Gabriel Hicks and is he innocent of bludgeoning a marine officer to death or not is compelling, let alone dramatic. I love stories, which do not play by the standards.
. The acting is also wonderful. Have always liked the main cast, but Graham Hamilton gives an outstanding performance as Gabriel Hicks.
. The subplot about Jacqueline Sloanes father making a mistake fit in with the main plot as well.
But...
. The final twist of this episode, while extremely effective and clever, can come of forced- the guy we are supposed to feel sorry for turns out to be the killer after all. It felt bit like cheating to be honest..
That being said, "The Burden of proof" is a compelling must watch for fans.
8/10 HK