Ep 7. He Said, She Said

In Impulse season 1 episode 7 titled "He Said, She Said," viewers find themselves further drawn into the town of Reston and the strange occurrences brought on by Henry's newfound abilities.

The episode starts off with Henry confronting her mother, Cleo, about the lies she's been telling her regarding her father and where he's been all these years. It's an emotionally charged conversation that ends without any real resolution. Henry storms off in a fit of frustration, leaving Cleo alone to grapple with her guilt.

Meanwhile, Sheriff Anna Hulce is hot on the trail of Henry and her latest victim, the football coach. With the help of her deputies, she searches for evidence to prove that Henry is responsible for the attack. But things take a strange turn when Deputy Anna stumbles upon an interesting lead- one that points to a possible government conspiracy.

As the investigation intensifies, Henry finds herself pulled into the drama at school when the coach's wife accuses her son of being involved in the attack. The accusations are quickly dismissed, but the incident brings up old wounds for Henry and her traumatic experience with assault.

The episode takes its time in exploring the aftermath of the attack on the coach and how it affects those around him. From his wife's grief to the football team's confusion and anger, everyone in the town is grappling with the newfound violence that has rocked their community. And as Henry's powers continue to grow, it's clear that things are only going to get more complicated.

Along the way, viewers get to see some of the more personal moments in Henry's life as she navigates her relationships with both Jenna and Townes. Her bond with Jenna deepens as the two explore their feelings for each other. But it's her interactions with Townes that truly stand out in this episode. The two share a deep connection and their friendship is put to the test when Townes discovers a shocking secret about Henry's father.

Overall, Impulse season 1 episode 7 is a well-crafted and thought-provoking installment in the series. It explores themes of trauma, government conspiracy, and the dangers of power in a way that is engaging and thought-provoking. The performances from the cast are strong and the writing is tight, making this episode a standout in the season.