Clarice Season 1 Episode 5 Get Right with God
- TV-14
- March 11, 2021
- 42 min
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6.6 (664)
In episode 5 of Clarice, titled "Get Right with God", Clarice and the VICAP team continue their investigation into the case of the River Murders. The episode begins with the tense aftermath of the previous episode, in which Clarice and Agent Esquivel were forced to kill a suspect in self-defense. The team is now under investigation and facing possible internal charges.
Meanwhile, Clarice begins to unravel two different potential leads in the case. One involves a local doctor named Dr. DuFour, who may have been involved in the murders. Clarice meets with his ex-wife and discovers some questionable behavior on his part. She also investigates a lead involving a religious group that may have been involved in the murders.
Throughout the episode, Clarice also struggles with her own mental health. She is haunted by visions of the Buffalo Bill case from her past, and begins to see him in her dreams. These nightmares intensify when she discovers that Dr. DuFour may have had a connection to Buffalo Bill.
As the investigation continues, the team begins to close in on their suspects. However, they soon realize that they may be dealing with more than one killer. There are connections to the River Murders case in both Dr. DuFour's past and the religious group that they have been investigating. Clarice and the team must work quickly to uncover the truth and bring the killers to justice.
Overall, "Get Right with God" explores themes of mental health, trauma, and faith. Clarice's struggle to deal with her PTSD and nightmares is a major plot point throughout the episode. Additionally, the religious group involved in the case raises questions about the role of faith in violent behavior. The tension and suspense of the investigation is balanced with strong character development and emotional depth, making for a compelling episode.