marvin6z6z6z

This limited TV show is a masterpiece. It tells the story of a family left behind, trying to return to a normal life, but in reality, no one truly understands what they have been through.

The show challenges viewers to empathize with the fact that the suspect is just a child-not inherently guilty, yet everyone wonders what could have been done differently. The family lost their son in the worst possible way, but the story extends beyond them, reflecting the pain of any family who has lost a loved one.

There's a significant contrast between those who take lives and those who take away opportunities. The death of a young girl is different from a young boy being condemned to a life behind bars. The focus remains on the suspect's family, yet the boy is still alive-unchanged in some ways, yet forever marked.

It leaves everyone questioning... Who is the real victim here?

What shaped the young boy's future?

What should we, as parents, have done differently?

But while the boy remains alive and might one day reintegrate into society, the girl will never return. This reality weighs heavily on those left behind in the living world.

The show's cinematography is exceptional, using seamless one-take shots to present multiple perspectives. Unlike typical crime dramas that focus on law enforcement, lawyers, or victims, this show highlights the people surrounding the suspect-those directly impacted yet often overlooked.

Emotions are what make us human, but how we control them is just as fascinating. The story explores the emotional struggles of psychologists, institutions, detectives, parents, siblings, and even the victim's best friend.

The final episode feels like an acceptance of the boy's guilt-without scapegoats, only the reality that life must continue. This reinforces the idea that those still living are not ghosts; they must carry on.

Recommended for those who have complicated relationships with their parents, have lost children to tragedy, struggle with family distance due to work, feel lonely, or are dealing with the challenges of parenting, trauma, or relationship struggles. It may also resonate with therapists or those planning to become parents.

There is no escape or perfect way to handle these situations. Sin cannot be justified, but we are not them. We can still save ourselves by recognizing our emotions and staying true to our inner selves.

You need to protect yourself.

Detectives, lawyers, nurses, and psychologists all deal with emotions professionally, but they are also human-mothers, fathers, someone's daughter or son. Losing control has consequences that ripple outward, reminding us how to live with the weight of tragedy. Themes and perspectives explored in the show.

Fathers: Regret and self-doubt.

They struggle to hide their true feelings behind daily smiles, yet their pain is undeniable. The importance of allowing time to confront unresolved emotions is deeply explored.

Mothers: A quieter kind of grief.

She may not outwardly struggle as much as the father, but it doesn't mean she suffers less. It's about survival, about holding the family together. A simple question-"Want a cup of tea?"-becomes a powerful moment of moving forward.

The sister: Strength and independence.

Teenagers today are overwhelmed with information, making it crucial to filter and absorb knowledge without being brainwashed. The difference between her and her brother is that she holds onto her core identity without external influence.

Detectives and lawyers: A professional front. A male detective, who is also a father, manages to remain highly professional while coping with emotions. They are human too, but they have learned how to set boundaries. The show demonstrates that emotional control is a skill that can be learned, not an impossibility.

Teachers and grieving friends: Supporting students in crisis is complex, as each child copes differently. Giving up on them means giving up on the core belief of education-to guide and support.

The psychologist and the suspect boy: This dynamic is deeply layered, focusing on boundaries, control, manipulation, skepticism, gender stereotypes, and fear. One entire episode is dedicated solely to their session, without explanation-because the scene itself provides the clearest insight into his motives. They fear each other, struggle to protect their core selves, and are shaped by their families' influence.

Several foreshadows are revealed, but it's more like a breather, isn't it? This episode isn't centered around Spartan or soldier action, nor is it focused on Master Chief.

It might feel like the story is unnecessarily long and overly explanatory, extending the episode. The action itself is minimal, mostly revolving around events near Sorren's wife in the asteroid belt, so those expecting Master Chief to don his armor and have SF action may be disappointed. Therefore, opinions on this episode may vary.

For me, too, I'm primarily looking for a war movie in the Halo series, so I'm eager for intense combat scenes. However, as a drama series, it's interesting to step back from the continuous combat scenes we've already experienced in the game and delve into storytelling.

For example, even in a nearly three-hour-long grim and intense war movie, I wouldn't deny the scene where soldiers take a break on-site and let loose. It can be quite entertaining. (Although, even off-duty, Master Chief is always worried about war, so if he's recommended the best ramen on-site, he'd still talk about the Covenant. It's honestly a bit worrying mentally!)

Master Chief intuitively argues that Reach is already too late, but the higher-ups don't listen, leading to him becoming somewhat reckless. The elevator scene was funny! This episode, where they're just waiting for the secretive invasion of the Covenant on Reach, could indeed be frustrating. However, I believe there are likely adult constraints and other considerations as it's a drama, so they probably can't always show combat live scenes like on YouTube short films.

Well, in this episode, various side casts' backstories and foreshadows likely to lead to the next are being collected, so I endured the low rating and rated it average with expectations.

By the way, the captain who is trying to show unfamiliar leadership in place of Sorren, the boss of the organization arrested by the informant, is the same person who appears in the drama depicting the conflict between AI and humanity, "Humans"! I'm glad to see him in this role.