Its another reminder of how different his life is since being forced to join a gang. so far at least season 3 doesn't even seem to be trying to catch up with the end of season 2 when Brandon came into assistance for the cops in pulling down Duda?? Basically, Quentin set up an elaborate plan to steal these guns from Trices crew and killed an entire stash house of people just to make a point possibly that hes one-upped the young gang leaders who work much differently. Hell probably make his way to Tracys and try to rekindle their relationship again. Brandon whos been on the straight and narrow his whole life is now placed in situations hes likely avoided his entire life. Brandon changes his shirt, moves a gun from his waistband to his backpack, and heads home, too. After 30 years as a CIA intelligence officer, Carmen Amato writes mysteries and thrillers loaded with intrigue and action. So this is who Quentin is, with his courtly manner masking all kinds of nastiness. Cruz Gonzalez-Cadel . Detective Cruz (Armando Riesco) is also on the brink of trouble and is trying to cover his tracks after telling Ronnie he had a suspect in custody (Coogie) after Jason was killed. By the time Shamon Brown was describing the difficulties of cardboard applicators, I wanted to give him my own Academy Award. Ronnies grandmother, Ethel, was by far the supporting star of episode four. Brandon is still separated from Jerrika and he is keen on making some mistakes. Seriously, Brandon, what are you doing? 2. usefull_idiot 2 yr. ago. 3. share. Quentin is right: Reg is disposable to Trice, to his gang and to the community he exists within. The Chi Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. To share your comments and thoughts on The Chi, tweet her at @arionnenettles. Jetstar passengers have been left stranded in Ho Chi Minh City due to an issue with the door of a plane that was supposed to bring them to Melbourne So, I grew up thinking that getting shot was a normal thing that people just dealt with. This email will be used to sign into all New York sites. Other than the pilot and that one bar scene earlier this season, have we even seen Sonja Sohns Laverne outside of that house? That she managed to make it out to the other side relatively intact (Im rooting for ya, Tracy) means something. WL: The cop portions are sadly too brief, as they could provide a real window into the complex nature of police work, where good cops like Detective Cruz face hard odds pushing back against corrupt officers like Detective Wallace. WL: We also see Brandon trying to get his food truck business off the ground as he reconciles with Jerrika. But he is impeded on both sides by a police force that thinks he's too soft, and a local populace that wants nothing to do with the cops. She is the kind of maternal figure who works to keep all the glue together when a situation is on the verge of pulling a family apart even when the family members who are causing all the drama may not even deserve her grace. Prisoner (uncredited . Last week's episode felt like the first time The Chi really knew what kind of show it wanted to be. You\'ll receive the next newsletter in your inbox. Wallace is also connected to Trices gang. He even dresses different. NM: By the way, that surprised look on Brandons face was odd. 2. untainted8 2 yr. ago. Thanks for all the love and support!!! Ronnies previous moments of clarity have been hindered by the weight of Detective Cruz or the mystery of Jasons death. Hell eventually realize that, but he could lose Jerrika, his job or both in the process. Brandon wont be seen on The Chi this season because the actor who played him, Jason Mitchell (pictured on an episode last year), was fired amid misconduct allegations. The Chi Hits Home With Post-Trauma Complexities, The Chi Creator Lena Waithe On Depicting Black Life In Chicago, The Chi Creator Lena Waithe Says Television Taught Me How To Dream, Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas vie for Lightfoot and Garcas supporters, Three things to know about Chicagos City Council races. It makes Maisha feel special. Although he earns a living illegally, he does seem to maintain a degree of civility and an interest in protecting the families of the neighborhood. He was a good person with an infectious smile who was hardworking and loved taking care of other people. And then he goes into the police station and confesses to killing Coogie. [Emmett] has a weakness for women, like most young men, said Latimore. Laverne finally feels like a piece of the puzzle, rather than a plot device for Brandon. As a crime reporter, Ive seen plenty of examples of good kids even church kids like Papa falling victim to crime. #TheChi gets me every week. As we wind down the season, EJs mother shows up to relieve Emmett of his father duties. intertwining paths and showing how everything isn't so black and white. Now thats doing your business in luxury. But that didnt stop what happened to him and to our family. Ronnie has been adrift for most of The Chi and while part of that is a heavy-handed attempt to allude to his current mental state in life, that doesnt come together well until now. It felt like Jake and Reg might not survive the episode and thats a hard feeling to capture in a prestige drama. Sonja Sohn as Laverne and Tai Davis as Tracy are seen in Episode 9 of the first season of "The Chi." Its also in one of the main scenes in this weeks episode of The Chi, The Whistle. But the skating isnt the only thing going in circles. We learn Sonny is Quentins brother, and Sonny takes after their father a hardworking porter killed on the job. Tom Brady to spare us his stand up comedy phase, Gold Standard: Oscars edition - Best Picture. 'The Chi' is on Sunday night at 10 PM on ShowtimeDe. He should pay child support. What these people did to her as a teenager bartered by a junkie stepfather to Quentin, who kept her as a sex slave is awful. Single dad Emmett (Jacob Latimore) has children with several woman, including Tiff (Hannah Hall). Sonny aint never did nothin to nobody lawd Jesus #theChi pic.twitter.com/McjJZBFkTb. The final shot of Ronnie on the other side of a closed prison cell door is one of misery and helplessness. First Appearance Everyone is on their phones at first, but the third kid in Kevins trio, Papa (Shamon Brown), pulls a speaker out of his backpack, puts on his own music, and starts dancing. Reena,I agree. And now we know why he has been so obsessed with Jasons death, patiently waiting to strike back to avenge his sons murder. Temperature-controlledHook up to both your hot and cold water so you can control the temperature plus it comes with a heated seat. The film follows a former police with mentally disorder (Lau), who allied with elite inspector (Choi), involves into a series of murders which connected to their past cases they've once inspected, which they have to race against time to find out the truth . With the end of its first season in sight, The Chi races toward closure for its myriad characters. One of the seasons main storylines revolves around a missing teenage girl. The Chi creator Lena Waithe will appear, along with star Jacob Latimore and Chicago musicians Twista, Ravyn Lenae, Jamila Woods, BJ The Chicago Kid and MFnMelo. Privacy Policy and Its not as if hes spooked by blood or gore he pummeled Reg a few weeks back. As great as Sohn is on the show, Laverne could disappear as a character at this point and it wouldnt matter. [Source]. NM: Twice this episode we saw Reggie give the boys terrible advice how to make girls jealous and then how to conquer fear but lets consider: Who taught Reg? Quentin isnt the only person who gets a surprise. Well done. That led to Jake unknowingly getting pulled into streetlife. Ethel convinces Jada to help patch up Ronnies gunshot wound, saying, Our boys are all weve got. Likely thinking about her issues with her own son, Jada helps reluctantly, but says that she doesnt want to be involved after this one favor. The detective murdered Jason by stepping on his throat, cutting of Jasons air supply with his foot. The Chi has done a great job of creating tension so I expected to see Emmett get attacked or harassed by cops. Wouldnt Jason have sustained injuries that pointed to a cause of death other than his gunshot wounds? Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. They both see a positive alternative to the illegal activities around them. Quentin asks Emmett if he wants to make some cash. Illinoisans applied in droves for student debt forgiveness. Contents 1 Biography 1.1 Early Life 1.2 Throughout the Series 2 Body Count 3 Appearances 3.1 Season 1 3.2 Season 2 4 Gallery Sonja Sohns Laverne is finally given a moment that moves her character beyond sad alcoholic. While Laverne has been fairly isolated from the rest of the shows narrative, Roxann Dawsons direction brings her to life. The mystery of Jasons murder could have been resolved long ago. I love Yolonda Ross! Its a level of violence that Regs crew didnt seem to expect and it will most likely shock the neighborhood in a way that Jason and Coogis deaths didnt. In 2011, she co-starred in Joseph Kahn's film DETENTION with Josh Hutcherson. Will other cast members step up in the absence of Brandon and his significant other Jerrika, played by actress Tiffany Boone, who left the show amid the allegations toward Mitchell? The Chi Hits Home With Post-Trauma Complexities, The Chi Moves On To Confrontation And Consequences, Knowing Who To Trust Isnt Always A Slam Dunk On The Chi, Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas vie for Lightfoot and Garcas supporters, Three things to know about Chicagos City Council races. We still lost him. Charlie tries to discover the identity of a strangler who strikes multiple times on a cruise ship bound from Honolulu to California. In 2018, she will co-star in Showtime's THE CHI, created and executive produced by Lena Waithe. Mark eventually decides to hire a private detective to follow Anna around to find out where she's staying and what she's doing. Damn what happened to detective Cruz? Theres a show about the balance of escaping your negative circumstances and embracing who you are in order to make something of yourself in Brandon. But that didnt stop what happened to him and to our family. Theyre not hurt, but Kevin is frantic and hyperventilating. Password must be at least 8 characters and contain: As part of your account, youll receive occasional updates and offers from New York, which you can opt out of anytime. Emmetts plot also does a great job of bringing Amir and the corner store into the fold. 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His friends say as much and Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine sells Ronnies constant pain. But lets start with the serious stuff. After Ethel says Ronnies not there, Cruz barges his way in and sees blood on the wall and bed sheets. Brandons affair isnt going to end well. Stream SHOWTIME series, movies, documentaries, sports and much more all on your favorite devices. For viewers, like me, who have been wondering when wed see more women in the shows spotlight, this weeks episode began to bring the critical role they play into focus. , and that rate continued through much of 2017. moved past mourning and grief to the confrontations that result from it and the consequences of those actions. Trice shot Jason, then, for whatever reason, stalled. If he can heal from his injury, hell also likely try to find some redemption for killing Coogie. Papa is the relatable good kid, but that doesnt mean he has to be removed from the action and Brown clearly has the skills to carry a storyline. He is portrayed by Armando Riesco . Alias(es) I just feel like we as a cast, we have so many more colors to show. We learn in this episode that Jake took a gun from his older brother, whos a gang leader, so that Kevin could protect himself. "The Chi" is back for a third season minus it's biggest star. And apparently without the capacity for introspection. To his credit, Brandon confesses to Jerrika and then she confesses that she too stepped out during their break. Im not upset that another show based in Chicago has violence in it because Chicagoans are doing the storytelling. A soft-hearted police officer whose beat is the south side, Detective Cruz is doing his best to try and stem the violence and bloodshed in the neighborhood. Also in the morning, Ronnies grandmother, Ethel (LaDonna Tittle), finds him passed out on the floor. He mean mugs and flashes the gun on his hip at another kid from their school, who Jake says has been talking about his brother. On The Chi, two police characters prominent in the first two seasons are absent from season three: Armando Cruz (Armando Riesco) and Alice Toussaint (Crystal Dickinson). . Although Jerrika kicked Brandon out of the house, she may come around. Ronnie is still recovering from his gunshot and seems to be slowly dying. Jerrika manages to sell Laverne and Brandons house, which the family celebrates. One of the more despicable characters introduced during the first season of The Chi, Detective Bill Wallace plays both sides of the fence, working with Trice to control the illegal firearms racket on the South Side of Chicago and using his connections to keep him and his co-conspirators out of hot water. Its just going to be powerful and sad to watch, especially to real fans who are real supporters of everybody and the characters; you know its gonna feel like we really lost somebody for real.. For more information, please see our And when he tries to stand up for himself or for Kevin, hes forced to face even more issues. But he is impeded on both sides by a police force that thinks he's too soft, and a local populace that wants nothing to do with the cops. Reg clearly cares for his kid brother (although that scary hot tub scene from a few weeks back suggested otherwise) and he doesnt resent that hes filling a parental role. They tell Quentin that they werent expecting to receive that many guns and didnt have that much money on-hand. We also find out that Jason left behind a pregnant girlfriend and Tracy knows about her. Eddie Johnson announced that the police department would partner with the FBI on a Serial Killer Task Force to solve the murders of 51 women on the South and West sides. Armando Riesco as Detective Cruz in Showtime's new series, "The Chi," premiering on January 7, 2018. When Ronnie gets home, he tries to wash the blood off of his hands, and Coogies ghost (Jahking Guillory) appears behind him as he passes out on the floor. Tiffany: I want lil Emmett backEmmett: #TheChi pic.twitter.com/54GrNFncAg. Whittling music. They start to search him, including his bag holding the gun, but hes able to get out of the search by calling his boss and getting one of the officers a dinner reservation for him and his wife. Armando Riesco continues to captivate audiences on film, TV and the stage. Listen to her tell her story: Tonights episode of @SHOTheChi showed the strength of black women. Its why Quentin couldnt be satisfied with a job that just allowed him to make a living. Los Angeles County said all litigation over the crash has now been resolved. Ronnies grandmother stops his search by threatening to shoot him with a shotgun after he unlawfully entered her home, and Cruz leaves. Will Brandon and Jerrika get back together? This is an improvement, but Im not ready to say the show is doing right by its female characters just yet. Before heading to Sonnys, Quentin paid Emmett for the day and dropped him off at the babysitters to get his son, E.J. In 2014, Riesco earned a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for his role as Elliot Ortiz in THE HAPPIEST SONGS PLAY LAST. Happy Cakeday, r/TheChi! Genesis Denise Hale as Maisha and Alex Hibbert as Kevin. And its not a stretch that other Chicagoans may see themselves in the characters, too. You do get the sense he thought he was doing his best in telling Kevin to have sex with a girlfriend's best friend. He seems depressed and way less optimistic than he was on Season 1. All Rights Reserved. Im not upset that another show based in Chicago has violence in it because. Biographical Information He never asks Tracy what she needs in her time of grief what she wants to happen. He walks home and arrives to his mother, Jada, crying on the couch. Alive WBEZ brings you fact-based news and information. That Jake looks up to Reg as someone in power and believes he can protect them makes it all the more sad. But you know when you look back and you see all the protests going on you get educated on so many different police brutality events that went on over the past few years.. Watching Ronnie in police custody with his injuries adds an interesting element of terror. Steven Williams Quentin has become one of my favorite villains. OG walked into that barbershop. The most pressing question going into the next episode: Can Quentin can get himself and Sonny out of their current situation? The job is to take the guns to a Chicago Police Department gun buyback at a local church. Her kitchen is brightly painted. Laverne and her family attend Ronnies trial hearing, and afterward, Laverne says that she wants to stay so that she can witness the trial. . 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