SPOILERS -- "Bolt Action"

[Laci Caine]

CSI: MIAMI
Air Date: Monday, October 05, 2009
Time Slot: 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST on CBS
Episode Title: (#803) "Bolt Action"

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THREE VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS MYSTERIOUSLY DROP DEAD ON THE COURT WHILE CALLEIGH'S TESTIMONY AGAINST DELKO THREATENS HIS FUTURE AS A CSI, ON "CSI: MIAMI," MONDAY, OCT. 5

Cheryl Ladd ("Charlie's Angels") and Tia Carrere ("Dancing With the Stars") Guest Star

"Bolt Action" - Three volleyball players mysteriously drop dead on the court while Calleigh's testimony against Delko threatens his future as a CSI, on CSI: MIAMI, Monday, Oct. 5 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

SERIES REGULARS:

Horatio Caine............................. David Caruso
Calleigh Duquesne....................... Emily Procter
Jesse Cardoza............................ Eddie Cibrian
Ryan Wolfe............................... Jonathan Togo
Sgt. Frank Tripp................................ Rex Linn
Natalia Boa Vista........................... Eva La Rue
Eric Delko............................. Adam Rodriguez

RECURRING CAST:

Rick Stetler............................ David Lee Smith

GUEST CAST:

Amanda Collins............................ Cheryl Ladd
Hailey Collins..................... Kate Lang Johnson
Dean Collins.................................... John Terry
Chad Bowen................................ Ben Milliken
Peter Markham........................... Jason Hasting
Troy Billings................................ Blair Redford
Jacqueline Parsons......................... Tia Carrere
Dr. Tom Loman................ Christian Clemenson
Walter Simmons............... Omar Benson Miller
Krystal............................................ Lori Lively
Hazmat Team Leader............... Stephen Bishop

WRITTEN BY: Melissa Scrivner

DIRECTED BY: Gina Lamar

RATING: To Be Announced

[sanne]

Sounds very mysterious..........and Calleigh won't really ruin Eric's career as CSI, now would she?

Sandra

[ohiogranny]

Ah. We finally get to meet the new ME. Sounds exciting.

Karen

[emschld]

Just finished watching this one. I have to say that it was hard to follow because of camera angles. The out of focus camera shots were distracting. Because of this I noticed that my mother went to sleep several times. In other words it made the story hard to follow.

Regina

[ohiogranny]

It was left to Natalia and Jesse working a scene together to explain just how this murder was committed. The methodology was possible, I guess, but it was also very implausible. Wealthy families just have too many opportunities to stray and tonight's episode revolved around the double standard that comes into play when hanky-panky is the norm in a marriage.

Some good humorous interplay among the team is worth mentioning but please help me out here as I only hung onto one from Frank. As he went in search of something that could be used as a lightening rod, he referred to it as a "knock and talk".

The Calleigh/Eric plot is not totally resolved although they are over the hurdle of not being able to talk to each other until after the investigation is complete. Stetler conducted very thorough and professional interviews of both and this may be where Regina and her mom had difficulties as camera work did multiple split screen shots and dialog overlapped. At the end of the episode these two had their moment outside the lab. Eyes sparkled and dialog, though just a bit awkward at first, seemed to come easily after a moment or two. They did not touch, however, and their going their own separate ways literally, may forecast that the same thing will happen romantically soon.

Horatio worked with the new ME, Christian Clemenson as Dr. Tom Loman. He was not off to a smooth start but with help from H, came to the correct conclusion that three men playing volley ball all died from electrocution. Don't know how he's going to work out as he doesn't appear very competent or confident. But the other new guy does! Omar Miller as Walter Simons knows just about everything! Not only did he help Jesse identify the chemical compounds found in the sand, but it was he who informed the gang that electrically charged body paint is used in art shows, highlighting dancers, etc.

Hailey Collins, the daughter of the self-indulgent parents was pretty disgusted with her mom at the end, blaming her "cougar" ways as the sole reason her family fell apart. Horatio tried to talk to her in that gentle, kind way he has, telling her that Mommy Dearest needs her now more than ever, but I was left with the feeling that his words were falling on deaf ears. Even she overlooked Daddy's indiscretions as something men do but women shouldn't. David Letterman watch out!

Karen

P.S. If there are those out there who are complaining about Eddie Cibrian's chest and general build, they might notice that Omar Miller, Christian Clemenson, and Jonothan Togo are certainly not hunks in the "drool" sense of the word. Personally, I think it is unconscionable for employers to ask an actor to put on extra weight for a role. I understand they did this to Jonathan when they thought he would have a part as a young, overweight boy in the season opener. He really piled on the weight and he looks very uncomfortable although he was enjoying a very good hair day. We should accept him as an honorary member in our David Caruso Inspired Diet Club. Think he'd join?

[sanne]

Already heard from someone else who tought it was a bit comfusing at times and not really plausible. But overall a nice epi, so it seems. Wait and see how things evolve around Eric and Calleigh.

Sandra

[margaret1234]

Sorry, Karen.......I don't know how I missed this yesterday. But wait 10.59pm your time would have meant I was in bed.That means Sandra was up very early.
Thank you for your review, thorough as is normal. I am actually pleased that the new ME is a male.....I having been wanting this ever since Alexx left. Sounds like he has had a stumbling start though. However, Horatio on hand to help.....would we expect anything less from him?

Will listen to what you have to say about the ME character over the next few weeks.

Margaret

[gonsy]

Thank you very much for your comments Regina and Karen. I'm curious about these strange camera shots.

Gonsy

[emschld]

I did like the new ME and Omar Benson Miller. I have enjoyed watching Omar in other things he has been in. He always puts in a good performance. He had been slated for a few episodes and then he did such a good performance his character has been added to the cast. The ME's stumbling threw gave H a chance to use his mentor abilities again. I am hoping we see a little of Kyle this season.

Regina

[sanne]

@margaret: I was up early, posted my message 6.45am (local time, which would be 5.45am UK-time).....I had early shift at work, so I had to leave around 7am (my time again....).


Sandra

[ehmalo01]

Okay, I've finally gotten the chance to see the episode so now I can comment.

I have to say I was pleasantly surprised with this episode. Based on the promos (and the premise) I was expecting it to be just sex, sex, and more sex. Thankfully the story was much more than that. I have to say, I'm becoming fond of Jesse. TPTB have taken advantage of his looks but not in a bad way. Also, I'm happy with the character of Walter--he brought some much-needed humor to the show. Here's hoping he stays that way.

I appreciated the final scene with Eric and Calleigh. I do think it signals the beginning of the end, but I like how it's being handled.

Also....did anyone else happen to think that Horatio in this episode was a bit more talkative and hands on than usual? He didn't seem nearly so distant and quiet. I hope that continues, too.

All in all, a good episode. I have to say...I'm REALLY liking season 8...

em