This is an important episode ofBrooklyn Nine-Ninebecause it shows Jake’s depth.
Jake’s friendliness is not performative; he will do the right thing even at his own expense.
Holt’s squad would never racially profile, but the whole of the NYPD is not as progressive.
No one should have to choose between dignity and their career.
The performances of Braugher, Samberg, and Brown truly get to shine.
Holts dry humor plays perfectly complements Jakes goofiness.
It is Jakes desperation for Holts approval that leads him to secure the confession from Davidson in the end.
The break fromBrooklyn Nine-Nines usual format underscore the intensity and drama of “The Box”.
It is a unique perspective to follow the events of a shooting from the police who are not involved.
Show Me Going is about living in fear and uncertainty.
NOTE: This episode was directed by Stephanie Beatriz, the actress who plays Rosa Diaz.
Brooklyn Nine-Ninecarefully navigates the nuances of such a systemic issue.
The bittersweet ending is appropriate for an ongoing problem.
With the lives of undercover agents at stake, the episode has unusually far-reaching ramifications beyond the squad.
This genre-bending episode fully capitalizes on the shows precinct setting and delivers both suspense and comedy.
Seeing such a determined character in despair is humanizing and powerful.
This episode shows the tension between the outside call for reform and the resistance within the force.
