I'm a Criminal Minds junkie and an aspiring Behavioral Analyst, so I watch these all in depth. Several of the previous episodes from Season 4 left me bored and slightly uninterested. However, Omnivore had me on the edge of my seat for a full 50 minutes.
We learn more about Hotch and his past with the BAU. Apparently the case of the Reaper, a man slaughtering couples was Hotch's first case as lead investigator. The killings mysteriously stopped, and the BAU was sent away...without even creating a full profile, or so we think.
The episode focuses on Hotch and it's clear that his relationship with the Reaper is a personal one. Hotch feels guilty that he didn't solve the case within the ten years it had been closed, even though it had been plaguing him. Obviously when the Reaper returns...Hotch feels responsible for the deaths.
The usual group dynamic is lacking, and the comedic relief is at a bare minimum. However this episode is worth it's weight in gold, particularly the ending which I won't spoil for you. If you're eager to see gripping plot with a dynamic serial killer and a personal involvement from one of our BAU heroes, tune in to watch Omnivore.
We learn more about Hotch and his past with the BAU. Apparently the case of the Reaper, a man slaughtering couples was Hotch's first case as lead investigator. The killings mysteriously stopped, and the BAU was sent away...without even creating a full profile, or so we think.
The episode focuses on Hotch and it's clear that his relationship with the Reaper is a personal one. Hotch feels guilty that he didn't solve the case within the ten years it had been closed, even though it had been plaguing him. Obviously when the Reaper returns...Hotch feels responsible for the deaths.
The usual group dynamic is lacking, and the comedic relief is at a bare minimum. However this episode is worth it's weight in gold, particularly the ending which I won't spoil for you. If you're eager to see gripping plot with a dynamic serial killer and a personal involvement from one of our BAU heroes, tune in to watch Omnivore.