Ep 5. Exposed to the Light

The Brokenwood Mysteries season 7 episode 5, Exposed to the Light, follows the town's detectives as they investigate a murder that takes place during a Ghost Hunt in an abandoned psychiatric hospital. The team must sort through the various suspects, all of whom have possible motives.

The episode opens with a group of people on a Ghost Hunt in the abandoned psychiatric hospital where various paranormal sightings have been reported. Everything is going well until one of the participants, Daryl, is found dead. The detectives, Mike and Kristin, pair up to investigate the case and quickly discover that everyone on the Ghost Hunt had a motive to kill Daryl.

As the investigation progresses, several suspects come to the forefront of the case. There is the famous psychic medium who organized the Ghost Hunt, the overly aggressive man who was constantly trying to prove he was the bravest, and the woman who was being stalked by Daryl. Each of these suspects has motives that the detectives must weigh and consider as they try to solve the case.

Throughout the episode, Mike and Kristin work together seamlessly, balancing each other's personalities and strengths. Mike is calm and methodical, while Kristin is impulsive and fiercely loyal to those she cares about. Together, they make a great team. However, as the stakes get higher (and the body count rises), tensions begin to rise between the two detectives.

The episode is filled with twists and turns, keeping the viewer guessing until the very end. Just when you think you've got it all figured out, a new piece of evidence is uncovered or a new suspect is introduced. The pacing of the episode is exceptional, with the tension gradually building until the final reveal.

One of the most impressive things about this episode is how it handles the topic of mental health issues. As the detectives investigate the case, they learn more about the history of the abandoned psychiatric hospital and the people who were left there. The show sensitively and accurately portrays the challenges faced by those with mental health issues and raises important questions about how society should treat people who need mental health support.

Exposed to the Light is a fantastic episode of The Brokenwood Mysteries. From the spooky setting to the complex characters, everything about this episode is top-notch. Whether you're a fan of mysteries or just looking for a great episode of television to watch, this episode is sure to satisfy. If you haven't watched the show before, this episode is a great place to start (although you might find yourself binge-watching the entire series afterwards!).