Callen (Chris O’Donnell) and Sam (LL Cool J) discovered themselves in treacherous territory whereas in Afghanistan in the latest — and last for a while — episode of NCIS: Los Angeles, however the best menace they confronted wasn’t overseas.
It began once they met two SEALs who got here to them with an unthinkable accusation: their chief, Particular Warfare Chief Petty Officer Thomas Argento (Juan Riedinger) had been mercilessly killing prisoners and even civilians. This was a warfare crime, clearly, however after some preliminary reservations about their claims and even gentle pushback from Marine Lieutenant Colonel Sarah “Mac” MacKenzie (Catherine Bell) due to Argento’s excessive rank and relation to a U.S. Senator, the blokes headed off to Afghanistan, with FBI agent Roundtree (Caleb Castille) in tow.
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As soon as there, Callen and Sam had been horrified to be taught that, not solely had been the accusations true, however they’d additionally must do some high-stakes peace-keeping negotiating on the worst attainable time. Armed locals intent on getting justice (or revenge, relying on you ways have a look at it) captured them, making a scenario the place so many lives had been now in danger: theirs, harmless individuals who’d be on the radar of armed forces, and the troops already on the bottom. For government producer Frank Army, the issues of the state of affairs solely helped serve the episode’s level concerning the true that means of heroism, valor and American values. “There isn’t any ethical dilemma right here,” Army informed TV Information in an interview. “Killing prisoners — that is mistaken. How lengthy males keep loyal to different males is the query.”
Chris O’Donnell, LL Cool J, NCIS: Los Angeles
He mentioned the inspiration for the episode got here from actual life; there have been many circumstances of troopers killing civilians, and wished to place Sam within the coronary heart of such a troubling scenario, the place he’d really feel conflicted between his loyalty to fellow SEALs and doing the suitable factor. (Enjoyable reality: the episode was not filmed in Afghanistan however in Los Angeles. “A number of cinema trickery made it appear to be Afghanistan,” he mentioned.)
In the long run, Sam and Callen deftly coordinated their very own launch, and the protected launch of Afghani individuals who’d held them hostage. Additionally they took Argento into custody and introduced him again to the U.S. to face expenses — however do not suppose you have seen the top of this case. “It is going to be a two-part story,” Army mentioned. “We proceed the story of the trial within the second half.” That is after we’ll be taught the implications of Argento’s actions, and whether or not he is in a position to make use of his rank and deep connections throughout the highest ranges of the federal government to flee punishment, and even get retribution.
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We’ll additionally be taught the destiny of Roundtree, who on the finish of the episode was supplied an opportunity to remain some time longer with the NCIS: Los Angeles staff. Once we final noticed him, he demurred, failing to provide a definitive reply. Army hinted he could have already made up his thoughts.
“It is one thing all people is worked up about. It is thrilling to be injecting new blood into the present. I am hoping he says sure.”
LL Cool J, Caleb Castille, Chris O’Donnell, NCIS: Los Angeles
NCIS: Los Angeles concluded Season 11 Sunday, April 26. Earlier episodes are streaming on CBS All Entry.