Bosch Legacy’s third episode deals with complex themes that are present in many crime-genre shows. The episode specifically explores themes related to betrayal, the complexity of criminal cases, and the trauma suffered by victims of crime.
The A and B plot lines of the episode are centered around Bosch (Titus Welliver) and Honey (Mimi Rogers). Their shared goal in the episode is to prove the innocence of one of Honey’s clients. The A and B story lines stand out as they create the strongest sense of tension in the episode. The C plot follows Maddie (Madison Lintz) as she tackles a case of petty theft. Her story is less interesting than Bosch and Honey’s because of the comparatively lower stakes. The episode also features two scenes which seem out of place because of the fact that they each feature non-central characters and aren’t clearly connected to the A,B, and C plot lines.
Titus Welliver delivers the strongest performance of the episode as he is able to deliver his lines in a coherent and natural way. Mimi Rogers’s performance is less consistent as her delivery feels a bit wooden at times though for the most part she still manages to keep the viewer invested. The acting in the two previously mentioned stand alone scenes is also weaker than in the main plot lines.
While the episode overall manages to create a good deal of tension thanks to its strong primary plot lines and Titus Welliver’s strength as an actor, its lackluster C plot coupled with the confusing addition of two scenes featuring unfamiliar characters keep it from feeling like a well rounded episode.
Rating: 6/10