Today in Wheeling History: April 2—In the American police procedural crime drama television series "Criminal Minds", the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) investigates a chilling case near Wheeling in the episode "Blood Relations" (2014).
"Blood Relations," the 206th episode of "Criminal Minds", aired on April 2, 2014. This episode is set in a rural area near Wheeling, West Virginia, and revolves around a gruesome double murder. The BAU uncovers a long-standing feud between two families, the Howards and the Lees, which complicates their investigation. The murders, committed with barbed wire, hint at deep-seated animosities and dark secrets within the community. The episode delves into themes of family loyalty, generational conflict, and the impact of isolation on human behavior.
Directed by Matthew Gray Gubler, the episode features a stellar cast, including Adrienne Barbeau and Tobin Bell, who portray the feuding family heads. The plot's twists and turns, combined with its eerie Appalachian setting, make it a standout in the series. The episode also pays homage to horror and thriller genres, with its unsettling atmosphere and shocking revelations.
To learn more: Criminal Minds Wiki (https://tinyurl.com/bddb295x), IMDb (https://tinyurl.com/84r9a99x), Wikipedia (https://tinyurl.com/y3c4es4j) (https://tinyurl.com/292c4y6v), YouTube (https://tinyurl.com/3c83k254)
Photo credits: Wikimedia Commons
"Blood Relations," the 206th episode of "Criminal Minds", aired on April 2, 2014. This episode is set in a rural area near Wheeling, West Virginia, and revolves around a gruesome double murder. The BAU uncovers a long-standing feud between two families, the Howards and the Lees, which complicates their investigation. The murders, committed with barbed wire, hint at deep-seated animosities and dark secrets within the community. The episode delves into themes of family loyalty, generational conflict, and the impact of isolation on human behavior.
Directed by Matthew Gray Gubler, the episode features a stellar cast, including Adrienne Barbeau and Tobin Bell, who portray the feuding family heads. The plot's twists and turns, combined with its eerie Appalachian setting, make it a standout in the series. The episode also pays homage to horror and thriller genres, with its unsettling atmosphere and shocking revelations.
To learn more: Criminal Minds Wiki (https://tinyurl.com/bddb295x), IMDb (https://tinyurl.com/84r9a99x), Wikipedia (https://tinyurl.com/y3c4es4j) (https://tinyurl.com/292c4y6v), YouTube (https://tinyurl.com/3c83k254)
Photo credits: Wikimedia Commons
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