On a re watch of the episode "Branded" it was definitely more emotional this time around. Maybe I had fallen asleep watching it late the first time. LOL The second watch had me intrigue, though I kinda guessed the premise in the 1st 1/2 of the episode. It was the second 1/2 of the episode that resonated and struck a chord and even brought some tears.
It was the reality of the situation that led to the initial attacks in this episode.
Sadly due to the triggering reality, the same types of things still play out and our buried today in our society. I don't want to give anything away regarding the story but it definitely brought me to tears when you think about the safety of our children both girls and boys in a world that increasingly sexualizes all that we see and we are often helpless to try and protect them.
As far as the cast. Great supporting cast. This episode brings in a new DA who seem to fit in nicely with the cast. And like some reviewers pointed out, Olivia passion surpassed her job as detective, but I didn't see a problem. I mean especially since it is just a TV show. She is often the voice of the viewer. I enjoyed it.
It was the reality of the situation that led to the initial attacks in this episode.
Sadly due to the triggering reality, the same types of things still play out and our buried today in our society. I don't want to give anything away regarding the story but it definitely brought me to tears when you think about the safety of our children both girls and boys in a world that increasingly sexualizes all that we see and we are often helpless to try and protect them.
As far as the cast. Great supporting cast. This episode brings in a new DA who seem to fit in nicely with the cast. And like some reviewers pointed out, Olivia passion surpassed her job as detective, but I didn't see a problem. I mean especially since it is just a TV show. She is often the voice of the viewer. I enjoyed it.