Ep 9. Home (1)
- TV-14
- February 4, 2010
- 52 min
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6.7 (164)
Silent Witness is a British TV series that follows the work of a team of forensic pathologists and their efforts to solve the mysterious deaths of individuals whose lives have been taken too soon. In season 13 episode 9, "Home (1)," the team takes on a new case that hits close to home.
The episode begins with the team investigating the death of a woman named Sarah, who was found dead in her home. As they begin to dig deeper into the case, they uncover a number of disturbing clues that point to foul play.
One of the key pieces of evidence is a series of recordings that Sarah had made of herself, documenting the abuse she suffered at the hands of her partner. The team listens to the recordings in horror, realizing just how much Sarah had been enduring.
Meanwhile, the team members are also dealing with their own personal issues. Nikki, in particular, is struggling with her own demons as she tries to navigate her feelings for Harry. She turns to her friend Jack for support, but even he is having his own struggles as he deals with the aftermath of a traumatic experience.
As the team delves deeper into the case, they begin to unravel a web of secrets and lies that ultimately leads them to a shocking conclusion. One that hits very close to home for some of them.
Overall, "Home (1)" is a tense, emotional episode that deals with some heavy themes. The acting is top-notch, with all of the cast members delivering powerful performances. The writing is strong as well, with the show tackling some difficult subject matter in a thoughtful and nuanced way. Fans of Silent Witness won't want to miss this one.