While GW essentially specialized in melodramatic entertainment, on occasion it was not afraid to present social commentary: sorority hazing, right to die, spousal abuse, Lesbian love...This episode is no different, as it explores racial bigotry and a corrupt judicial system from 30 years before., and how that bigotry can pass on to the next generation.
The ghost, a murdered Black man, returns to wreak vengeance on the DA, now an esteemed judge, who failed to prosecute the man who killed him. Throughout the series, the powers of ghosts vary: some have none, others are able to break windows, cause fires, occupy bodies. This one can control the weather.
Those who remember the late Ken Howard only from "1776" and "The White Shadow" will be particularly struck by how the passage of time affected him. He is barely recognizable compared to those roles from long ago.
Also, as the ghost prepares to enter the Light, he warns Melinda of the existence of a group of spirits who is not happy with what she does. This is the first omen of a counter force which plays a major role in subsequent episodes .
The ghost, a murdered Black man, returns to wreak vengeance on the DA, now an esteemed judge, who failed to prosecute the man who killed him. Throughout the series, the powers of ghosts vary: some have none, others are able to break windows, cause fires, occupy bodies. This one can control the weather.
Those who remember the late Ken Howard only from "1776" and "The White Shadow" will be particularly struck by how the passage of time affected him. He is barely recognizable compared to those roles from long ago.
Also, as the ghost prepares to enter the Light, he warns Melinda of the existence of a group of spirits who is not happy with what she does. This is the first omen of a counter force which plays a major role in subsequent episodes .