Ep 8. I Still Love My Daddy
- TV14
- September 12, 2021
- 44 min
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7.2 (17)
I Still Love My Daddy is the eighth episode of the tenth season of the true crime series Evil Lives Here. The show delves into the lives of people who have been affected by a loved one's dark past and the damage inflicted on them as a result.
This episode follows the story of Jenna, who had a close relationship with her father, Rodney. Growing up, Rodney was a doting father who provided for his family, but as Jenna got older, she noticed a change in him. He became possessive and controlling, and she soon found out it was because he had been sexually abusing her older sister for years.
Jenna's sister, Amber, had kept the abuse hidden for years until she finally confided in Jenna. Even though Jenna was shocked and disgusted, she loved her father and didn't want to believe he was capable of such things. She tried to push the knowledge aside and continued to have a relationship with her father.
The abuse didn't stop with Amber, and Rodney started to target Jenna as well. She was uncomfortable with his advances and broke off contact with him, but he continued to harass her, leaving her feeling trapped and scared.
The situation came to a head when Amber decided to report Rodney to the police. He was arrested, and Jenna had to confront the truth about her father's actions. She was heartbroken and struggled to come to terms with what had happened. The man she had loved and trusted her whole life was a monster.
Throughout the episode, Jenna recounts the constant fear and paranoia she experienced because of Rodney's abuse. She explains how it impacted her relationships and affected her ability to trust others. She also details the aftermath of her father's arrest, including the strain it put on her family and the difficult legal process they had to endure.
I Still Love My Daddy is a harrowing glimpse into the devastating consequences of familial abuse. It highlights the pain and trauma inflicted on victims and how it can ripple through generations. The episode also explores the complex emotions that come with loving someone who has done unspeakable acts, adding a layer of nuance to an already complicated topic.
As with all episodes of Evil Lives Here, I Still Love My Daddy presents a sobering reminder that evil can lurk in unexpected places and devastate the lives of those closest to it.