Ep 5. Danse Macabre

Detective Nick Burkhardt faces another bizarre case in the fifth episode of Grimm's first season called "Danse Macabre." The show builds on the mythical creatures and fantastic elements established in prior episodes, but delves deeper into the secrets of Grimm's world.

The episode opens with Nick and his partner Hank investigating the murder of a dancer who was torn apart by an unknown attacker. Nick soon discovers that the victim was part of a troupe of dancers who regularly perform a mysterious dance called "Danse Macabre." This dance attracts a cult following, but it also draws supernatural creatures to their performances, setting the stage for the murder.

As Nick and Hank delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of secrets and supernatural powers that threaten to swallow them whole. They soon meet the talented choreographer, Danielle, who was close to the victim and holds the key to uncovering the mystery. She claims the dance has a dark history dating back to sixteenth-century France and believes the curse has followed them to modern-day Portland.

Meanwhile, Nick navigates through his own personal issues as he begins to understand the full extent of his abilities as a Grimm. He starts to see the creatures he previously thought were folklore as real beings walking among humans. He tries to come to grips with his newfound knowledge of the Grimm world and how he can use it to solve the case at hand.

The episode's highlight comes with a fantastic and haunting dance performance by Danielle's troupe, complete with powerful choreography and eerie sound effects that complement the supernatural presence on stage. The scene pays off in the climax of the episode and serves as one of the most memorable moments of the first season.

As the investigation moves forward, Nick and Hank find themselves in danger as they confront the creature behind the murder. They learn the truth about the curse of "Danse Macabre" and its roots in a legendary figure from French folklore, leading to an epic showdown as Nick uses his unique abilities to take down the creature and save the day.

Overall, "Danse Macabre" is another suspenseful and entertaining episode of Grimm's first season, which expands on the show's mythology and sets the stage for more exploration of the Grimm world in future episodes. The episode keeps up the momentum and high-quality storytelling from previous episodes and delivers a thrilling and satisfying ride from start to finish.