Ep 11. Bully
- TV14
- December 11, 2013
- 41 min
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7.5 (1,588)
In Criminal Minds season 9 episode 11, titled "Bully," the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) investigates a string of murders in a small town. The unsub appears to be targeting individuals who were involved in a high school bullying incident that resulted in a student's suicide several years ago.
The BAU team travels to the town and begins their investigation by speaking with the family members and friends of the victims. They attempt to identify any connections between the individuals beyond the bullying incident, but at first seem to be coming up empty. The team then turns their attention to the unsub's modus operandi, trying to identify any patterns in the killings.
As the investigation continues, the team uncovers a web of secrets and lies that the victims had been keeping from each other. As they delve deeper, they realize that some of the individuals involved in the bullying incident may have never fully moved on and are still harboring deep-rooted anger and resentment towards each other.
Meanwhile, Dr. Spencer Reid struggles with his own personal demons as he continues to deal with the aftermath of the events that took place in the previous episode. His PTSD symptoms begin to worsen and he becomes more and more withdrawn from his team members. The episode explores Reid's struggle as he tries to find a way to cope with his trauma while still carrying out his duties as an FBI agent.
In typical Criminal Minds fashion, the episode is full of twists and turns as the team races against time to catch the unsub before they can claim any more victims. As they get closer to identifying the killer, the team realizes that they may be dealing with someone who is hiding in plain sight and has been overlooked until now.
Overall, "Bully" is a gripping episode that not only delivers on the suspense and thrills expected from the show but also explores important themes of bullying and the lasting effects it can have on individuals. It also delves into the complexities of PTSD and the toll it can take on those who suffer from it.
