Ep 3. Pushover

Detective Angie Flynn continues her quest for justice in the third episode of Motive season 1 titled "Pushover." In this episode, Angie and her partner Detective Vega investigate a murder scene where a young woman has been killed in her own apartment. Upon initial inspection of the crime scene, Angie and Vega notice that the killer has done a thorough job of cleaning up any potential evidence.

As they look into the woman's personal life, they discover that the victim is actually a high-end call girl who goes by the name of "Scarlett." They begin questioning her clients, trying to piece together not only who would want to kill her but also why. As they collect information, they begin to learn more about Scarlett’s life and quickly realize that her job made her susceptible to being taken advantage of by her clients.

Throughout the episode, the detectives encounter various individuals who all have weak alibis and questionable motives. This makes their already-challenging investigation even more complex. They come across the victim's love interest, a wealthy art dealer who may have gone too far after discovering her occupation. Additionally, they find multiple other individuals who may have felt embarrassed or ashamed of their association with Scarlett and wanted to keep their secrets safe at any cost. Each suspect seems to possess evidence pointing towards their potential guilt.

As Angie and Vega dig deeper into the case, they continue to piece together the clues, looking for the ultimate motive behind Scarlett's death. This episode marks the first time that the detectives are not presented with a clear motive or suspect right away. This lack of clear direction means they must work harder than ever to crack the case.

Throughout the show's runtime, there are several flashbacks showing Scarlett interacting with various potential suspects in the case. These flashbacks provide a unique perspective into each potential killer's motive and give the audience a deeper understanding of the investigation. As the detectives confront each suspect, the audience has an opportunity to attempt to piece together the individual's role in the crime.

As with the other episodes in the season, this episode features some of the show's key themes, including the idea that anyone could be capable of murder. By delving into the backstories of the victim's clients, the show highlights the darker side of humanity and the circumstances that could potentially lead someone down a path to violence.

Overall, "Pushover" is a standout episode of Motive's first season. With its intriguing characters, detailed storyline, and masterful blending of past and present, viewers are sure to be glued to their screens from start to finish.