CSI: Miami--'Crime Wave'

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Synopsis:

A tsunami--a massive tidal wave--is headed for Miami and people are evacuating in droves. They crowd at gas stations and ATMs on their way out of town. The supermarket is packed as well. An overweight man whose body is covered in tattoos fights for breath as he puts his purchases away. A man approaches him and swiftly shoves a thin metal object in his head, killing him. A college girl witnesses the act and drops her bag in terror as the man approaches.

When Horatio, Frank Tripp and Alexx arrive, they have two bodies on their hands. The man is an ex-con named Leon Caldwell, and his purchases are suspicious. He had a gun as well with heavy ammunition. Horatio realizes Leon was planning something big. The tsunami is not the only thing about to hit Miami. He suspects a major heist

Calleigh and Eric go over Leon's car. Calleigh discovers white hairs on the seat, while Tripp goes through the killer's abandoned purchases, finding twine and a maglight. He and Eric head off to check other hardware stores around town where the killer could have replaced his stock while Calleigh goes back to the CSI labs where she runs into Ryan on his way out. Ryan is concerned about his uncle, who was refusing to evacuate. Ryan can't reach him, so he's headed over to his uncle's apartment.

Tripp and Delko make it to the hardware store in time to catch Steve Riddick leaving with purchases identical to that of Leon's killer. He also has orange pulp on his shoes, possibly from a crushed orange found at the scene. Tripp arrests him.

Alexx tells Horatio that the head wound killed Leon, but the man also had breathing problems due to chronic apnea. Horatio suspects Leon was killed because he couldn't be counted on for the heist because of his apnea. When he runs his theory by Steve, Steve refuses to talk. His lawyer is on the way. Horatio promises that he'll get Steve.

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I don't know, I think CSI: Miami broke out of "real life canon" when it made an attempt of establishing a tsunami in Florida's history.

Yes, the Cumbre Vieja/La Palma Disaster is rather frightening, and the research shows it to (be much much worse than its version in CSI:M) and totally wipe Florida off the map when it happens; apparently in the next 100-150 years. But to my knowledge, we (myself being a Floridian) haven't had a tidal wave yet.

It's not like they just created a crime that's never happened before, because I'm sure most of their material, if not all, is based off true events, but a tsunami???

That being said, I still enjoyed the episode. I can't wait to see how the Horatio/Yelena arc pans out.

For more information on Cumbre Vieja/La Palma, go here.
 
Hi! First time poster here.
I totally agree with the review of this episode. I was slightly disappointed in the tsunami itself, not as dramatic as the previews lead it to be. But that aside, the episode was completely satisfying. I liked the little glimpses we got of Horatio's smile. Especially the one when Delko asked if he was okay..that was perfect. And the one at the end. Both excellent little touches.
I have to admit to being a much bigger fan of Miami than I am of the original CSI. This episode really plays up the differences in the location and the characters. I think the villian of this episode doesn't come across as really smart enough to even attempt such a heist, but what the heck..it made for a great story anyway.
I thoroughly enjoyed the episode and also cannot wait to see how the realtionship between Horatio and Yelena changes as he seems to be trying to move on. And what is up with Stetler is going to be interesting to watch.
 
Welcome, Barb! :D I agree with you--I'm much more into Miami than into the original show.

Posted by Fullman:
I don't know, I think CSI: Miami broke out of "real life canon" when it made an attempt of establishing a tsunami in Florida's history.

Yeah, there's no denying that. But then, I think Miami gets away with outrageous storylines. Something about the setting and the writing...they're often trying to be on the cutting edge. And somehow, it really works for them. That's why the tsunami didn't bother me so much. Though, given the hype, I would have liked to see a little more of it.
 
Posted by Top41:
Yeah, there's no denying that. But then, I think Miami gets away with outrageous storylines. Something about the setting and the writing...they're often trying to be on the cutting edge.

Well, Miami does tend to be on the cutting edge, as us Fort Lauderdale civilians are often snubbed for many events or State funded improvements, but enough about that.

I wouldn't say that CSIM has had many outrageous storylines. I can't really think of any specific episodes that were totally unbelievable, except for this one, of course. :rolleyes:
 
I thought at first I liked Miami more because I live in the south and I can relate to Caleighs accent :lol:
But thinking harder, I realize it's the characters. They are more interesting than CSI. There's just more of a connection with them. When Speedle died it was heartwrenching. Horatio, unlike Grissom, really uses the science with the victim in mind. He's all about justice for the victim.
All of the characters have a commitment to the victim I don't feel in the original. I haven't made up my mind about NY yet.
The tsunami thing could be considered over-the-top if it was on any other show. But I think they pulled it off in a pretty cool way :cool:
 
thanks! I know I will be around alot. Being a recent devotee to CSI I am all into soaking up everything I can. I started off just watching the original off and on. But when Miami came along I was really hooked! It's just more interesting, more action and more interesting characters.
I'm glad to find a place to talk to other fans!! :)
 
We have seen this in the UK now and as a regular poster on Bad Astronomy and Universe Today forum this episode sucked, badly

The reason

The Tsunami, which at least the Tsunami expert points out is not the same thing as a tidal wave.

The mechanism to get this Tsunami, the eruption of a certain volcano causing a landslip over in the Canary Islands is a well documented worry. The Tsunami at the end of 2004 showed the power of such a wave from a mear earthquake.

When La Palma goes we are talking Mega Tsunami here.

The whole Eastern Seaboard will be wiped off the map by this. Not a single building will remain, unlike how it was presented on this episode, which an incredible misrepresentation of science.

No one would have survived, even in that bank vault. (Amazing how no masonary had fallen so as to obstruct the door).

As to the rest of the story lines, an IAB person committing assault and a seasoned police detective putting up with it? Does IAB command that much fear? I was glad to see in CSI NY, that Mac Taylor had no such problem turning the tables on IAB and exposing a rouge agent.

Is there anyone on this board with experience of IAB? This was how the Brits tackled the concept of IAB
 
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