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BACKSTORY
In the opener of episode 2, we get a quick glimpse into each of Hayes’ team member’s backstories.
Sam Spencer (Shawn Ashmore) thinks he’s better suited for Hayes’ position running the C.I.U. (Conviction Integrity Unit) and has a journalist in his pocket who he hasn’t decided if he’s ready to spill the dirt on her to yet.
Maxine Bohen (Merrin Dungey) is a recovering drug addict, seemingly 18 months sober, and probably a little cautious around Hayes for that same reason, considering Hayes was reportedly put away for possession of cocaine quite recently.
Tess Larson (Emily Kinney) has a troubling family history involving a murdered aunt. Though it’s hard to care for her loss when she’s so secretive around the office and stiff as a board.
Frankie Cruz (Manny Montana) is a former convict who has a gay lover still incarcerated. His backstory seems the most forced of all for diversity purposes, but no surprise there.
As for Hayes, she wakes up in bed next to some half naked handsome fella, but the funniest part being she only cares to check his pulse to make sure he’s still alive before jumping out of bed and heading into work! Gotta love her crass ways.
STICKING IT TO THE MAN
This week’s case is one of Conner Wallace’s old cases that helped him skyrocket to the top of the food chain. The Prospect Three. No doubt a take on the true life crime story of the Central Park Five. The Prospect Three are three boys in their late teens/early 20s who were charged and convicted with the assault of a woman in Prospect Park. Despite there being no evidence tying them to the scene of the crime.
The team spends a fast-paced 5 days retracing the woman’s steps and the boys’ steps through the park to try and recreate the scene and make sense of who her attacker(s) may have been.
WILL THE TRUTH SET YOU FREE?
Hayes is proud of her team and proud of her work. But carries many regrets. Unfortunately discovering the truth is only half the battle. Dealing with the truth and living with it, takes far more strength.
