I recently completed episode four, and this exploration of earlier times feels rather dull. It’s missing something that “Murdoch Mysteries,” which deals with a similar period, possesses. The portrayal of NYC Police Commissioner "Theodore Roosevelt" resembles "Theodore Cleaver" from the old "Leave It To Beaver" show; he's not like "Inspector Brackenreid," who embodies the energy and drive of the real Teddy Roosevelt. Regarding the “Dancing Boys of New York City,” the exploitation of young boys into criminal activity doesn’t provoke quite as much anger as what happens now in Afghanistan, perpetrated by wealthy, influential men. Perhaps it’s the dim lighting resembling candlelight when wickedness is present or the washed-out colors of daytime in 1896 that contribute to this feeling. I'll watch episode five before moving on to season eight of "Toronto Constabulary tales." Episode five finally showed Theodore Roosevelt at his best! The trip to the upstate prison to meet with “The Boston Boykiller” had a disturbing, "Hannibal Lechter"-like quality to it. A suspect from a wealthy background has appeared, but police misconduct seems to be interfering with the investigation. Watch out for the "Silver smiler" who is filling a bathtub full of milk!

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