2 comments. Scared, Kevin turns around and shoots him in the stomach. Brandon changes his shirt, moves a gun from his waistband to his backpack, and heads home, too. Watch Brandon & his friend try & have they own food truck.. maybe #thechi. I thought he or EJ might get hurt with the heightened dangers of The Chis world. The Chi (TV Series 2018- ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. that she wanted black men to be at the center of this narrative, its been the shows women the mothers, the grandmothers, the sisters who have been there to hold everything together. Latimore, a Milwaukee native, says the comings and goings wont hurt the show because he views the cast as an ensemble, not reliant on one or two characters who everyone else feeds off. Kevins finally giving us a glimpse into what hes thinking; he just wants to forget everything connected to Ronnie. Also, Papa is a font of information about the sciatic nerve! The characters are so beautifully perfect and flawed. Lawyer's not going to be able to help you this time, Ronnie, because understand this: I am going to be on your ass every minute of every hour of every day. Meanwhile, the girl Kevin likes, Andrea (Mariah Gordon), is throwing a party because her parents are out of town. Not every Chicago hustle is as dangerous as gun running, sometimes its just bitter wives, selling their cheating husbands shoes. I love Yolonda Ross! He was a good person with an infectious smile who was hardworking and loved taking care of other people. 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 Illinois CURE Act would allow individuals to try a new alternative form of treatment that is safer and potentially more effective in treating their symptoms. Quentin is storing the guns he stole from Trices crew in a freezer at Sonnys Chicken Pit. This! He is portrayed by Armando Riesco. Where Kevin is happy-go-lucky and Jake is teetering on the abyss, Papa knows who he is and what he wants. We find out where the gun used to shoot Ronnie came from when Kevins friend Jake (Michael Epps) goes to see his older brother to get a haircut. He seems depressed and way less optimistic than he was on Season 1. We may earn a commission from links on this page. The Chi has done a great job of creating tension so I expected to see Emmett get attacked or harassed by cops. When Brandon comes back with a box of fish to replace what Luis stole, Chef instructs Brandon to throw the fish out and tell Luis that hes fired. By subscribing, you agree with Revues Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. To be honest, when we were filming last year I dont think the message was as heavy as it is now. 1. Theres black & brown babies like Kev experiencing trauma in their personal lives and then are expected to go to school the next day and excel like nothing happened #TheChi. I hope not. and our 2023 Vox Media, LLC. Pop culture obsessives writing for the pop culture obsessed. No one is bothering with secrets anymore, whether its Jada telling Ronnie hes the reason she lost her job, or Kevin coming clean to Papa about shooting Ronnie. It was a nice way of bringing home the fact that Ronnie was the perpetrator of a violent crime, but this is ultimately a situation in which there are no victors. The one thing Reg clearly does care about is Jake and providing for him in the absence of their parents. At the start, hes the calm, confident version of himself that weve seen since he mysteriously started appearing on-screen in the first episode. While this couldve been a major twist, theres just a soft sympathy in the interaction. Alive His television credits include BULL, POWER, THE FAMILY, VINYL, SNEAKY PETE, UNFORGETTABLE, BLUE BLOODS, ELEMENTARY, A GIFTED MAN, ARMY WIVES, ROYAL PAINS, LAW & ORDER, LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT and FRINGE. Armando Riesco: The actor's credits are divided between stage and TV . Emmett has been a bad father for two years and doesnt get visitation rights just because he got to bond with the kid for two weeks. Cinque Henderson & J. David Shanks (writer) & Rebecca Rodriguez (director) (May 26, 2019). A sheriff's detective said during a court hearing Wednesday that the man accused of beheading his girlfriend on a San Carlos street in September sent messages to a friend the morning of the . But, the script asks us to root for her, rather than see this as another inevitable tragedy. Brandon, whose younger brother was killed in retaliation for another teens death, and Jake, whose friend Kevin witnessed it, are just two of the main characters struggling to manage the, by facing the issues head-on. We still lost him. 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). Laverne Played by Sonja Sohn Cruz goes to look for Ronnie at his grandmothers house. He was a good person with an infectious smile who was hardworking and loved taking care of other people. Tiffany shrugs him off, but when he next arrives at the house to collect EJ, she and her beau are involved in an altercation. Hell probably make his way to Tracys and try to rekindle their relationship again. As a crime reporter, Ive seen plenty of examples of good kids even church kids like Papa falling victim to crime. The scene is shot from outside the window of the shop, so we cant hear what hes saying. My boy got the kiss #TheChi pic.twitter.com/kqmxQglW2w. He says hes going to. Im reminded of one teenage girl, Journey Jamison, who, thanks to training from a grassroots organization called UMedics, was able to save the life of a man who was shot near her home. 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. 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. In the end, theyre all men who want to do right by people they care about, even if they are gun dealers or they shoot kids. Quentin. Wouldnt Jason have sustained injuries that pointed to a cause of death other than his gunshot wounds? Well done. He looks up to see Reg holding a gun and instructing him to take a seat. The Chi Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. But, Ronnie cant open up. Hes trying to intimidate his successor, the guy whos now running his drug empire for him, but thats all we know right now. Last week's episode felt like the first time The Chi really knew what kind of show it wanted to be. Detective cruz. There's a gritty inner-city drama that looks at the choices black men are forced to make under corrupt systems with Quentin, Emmett, Ronnie and Reg. The officers stop looking in his bag before finding the gun, and Brandon goes home. Cruz-er Even the doctor who saves him is unable to survive and dies of an overdose right next to him. Terms of Service apply. The play which Jake, Kevin, and Papa had begun participating in has always been a backstory. #TheChi Emmett doesnt need anymore illegal jobs at this point. Brandons story, however, has faltered in recent weeks. Theres a gritty inner-city drama that looks at the choices black men are forced to make under corrupt systems with Quentin, Emmett, Ronnie and Reg. #TheChi gets me every week. He gave up his trademark sneakers for socks and sandals. Temperature-controlledHook up to both your hot and cold water so you can control the temperature plus it comes with a heated seat. The Chi's ensemble cast includes both Jason Mitchell, . , The Whistle. But the skating isnt the only thing going in circles. 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. Theyre not hurt, but Kevin is frantic and hyperventilating. I wonder what Tracys reaction to this will be. This scenario invites more questions than it resolves. (Trice also threatened to hurt Jake earlier that day.). Maybe Reg will be able to save himself by aligning with Quentin, but hell likely remain a pawn in someone elses game. Matt Dinerstein/SHOWTIME. The police officer who finally caught Britain's once most-wanted man Michael Sams after he murdered one woman and held another hostage in 1991 and 1992 has revealed chilling details about his arrest. Its why Quentin couldnt be satisfied with a job that just allowed him to make a living. Ronnie is still recovering from his gunshot and seems to be slowly dying. And we still were left to deal with that great loss. Smooth and complicated and incredibly dangerous. 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. Wallets was also one of Ronnies best episodes. Its heartbreaking watching Regs eyes dart between the clock and the door, hoping Jake wont come home. His friends say as much and Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine sells Ronnies constant pain. Ronnies plot takes place in a hangout episode, with Meldrick even joking about the fact that theyre bonding and shit.. He even goes as far as stupidly intervening on the other Detective's case when he goes talk to Brandon. That ending and the previews got me like#TheChi pic.twitter.com/os9z7vtnuW. As we wind down the season, EJs mother shows up to relieve Emmett of his father duties. Emmett breaks down the door to witness Tiffany threatening her lover with a hair dryer. Amid the outrage over the recent police killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, critics have called for police budgets to be defunded a practice where resources are shifted to intentionally divested communities. He couldnt care less about her. Her kitchen is brightly painted. But as the episode ends, hes taken aback and a bit fearful. She checks his pulse and calls her nurse, who happens to be Emmetts mother, Jada (Yolonda Ross). By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Again, this a story line that has been really resolved. Hell eventually realize that, but he could lose Jerrika, his job or both in the process. Ronnie is just barely alive. Also, why did Trice freeze? And Kevin defends her to his friends who start to talk badly about her. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. He even goes as far as stupidly intervening on the other Detective's case when he goes talk to Brandon. In 2016, someone in Chicago was shot about every other hour, and that rate continued through much of 2017. The police are giving people $100 in cash or gift cards for each gun they bring in. But Lavernes plans for a new life are thwarted when she receives news of her sons murderer being apprehended. @LenaWaithe @common @JasonMitch #TheChi pic.twitter.com/WhDCHghW44. He even dresses different. But he finds that Sarahs greatest allegiance is to her husband and their restaurant. It seems like Sarah is just using Brandon for a thrill, rather than being genuinely interested in him. But we have to wait two more weeks to find out this time. Im still not willing to believe that Detective Cruz is The Chis good cop, but its exciting waiting to see if or how he eventually breaks bad. One of my favorite cousins would have turned 40 this week, but instead, he only made it to 22. He says hes going to train him to be a shooter and reminds him that its a lifetime membership. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Quentin isnt the only person who gets a surprise. He arrives at Sonnys to see his brother beaten unconscious and lying on the ground. Who cares? We only have two episodes left, so Detective Cruz will have to reappear at some point. Because of this, Im as worried about his fate as much Jakes. 15. Affiliation You do get the sense he thought he was doing his best in telling Kevin to have sex with a girlfriend's best friend. But that didnt stop what happened to him and to our family. A bleeding Ronnie stumbles through the street and makes his way home, where he lives with his grandmother. But it upsets Maisha, who walks off sadly behind her cousin. Hes been beaten up pretty badly, but theres a huge blood spot on his shirt near his abdomen where he was shot. Tom Brady to spare us his stand up comedy phase, Gold Standard: Oscars edition - Best Picture. All Rights Reserved. Ballard pushed back against the idea that the only way for the Colts to cement a starting quarterback for the next decade is to trade up with the Bears and draft him No. I see the characters layers and Im interested in following how they navigate the situations they can and cant avoid. Woman hurt that her husband will be walking down the aisle of his brothers ceremony, but she wont. Actor In 2014, Riesco earned a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for his role as Elliot Ortiz in THE HAPPIEST SONGS PLAY LAST. save. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. I think it was really strategic on Lenas [Waithe] part, said Latimore. As well as Fighting Shadows, Richard has also written poetry. Damn what happened to detective Cruz? Armando Riesco Brandon whos been on the straight and narrow his whole life is now placed in situations hes likely avoided his entire life. He confronts his mothers boyfriend, who admits to taking it and says its gone. Kids like Terrell Bosley, an 18-year-old church musician killed a few blocks from the home of one of my relatives in 2006. It was out of protocol and was one of the things that contributed to Ronnie thinking Coogie was responsible for Jasons death. 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. What happened to Detective Cruz's character on Season 2? Each week, William Lee and Nina Metz recap and discuss the first season of The Chi, which airs at 9 p.m. Sundays on Showtime. To share your comments and thoughts on The Chi, tweet her at @arionnenettles. After all, many folks in the Black community are of the belief that missing Black girls arent a priority of the police. He moved to the Big Apple when playwright Christopher Shinn asked him to play the role of Dexter in the New York premiere of FOUR. Luckily, The Chi has found enough strength in its other stories to keep things interesting. He cant even share what he wanted to be as a kid. In a twist, the best show within The Chi has become the one focused on Emmett, Ronnie, Reg and Quentin. WL: More than a well of information, Papa is also the moral center of the group. Watching Ronnie in police custody with his injuries adds an interesting element of terror. As a Chicagoan watching Showtimes The Chi, Im on the lookout for how the creators blend authenticity and artistry. 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. And then he goes into the police station and confesses to killing Coogie. We havent seen an episode where The Chi successfully juggles all of these plotlines, but Wallets is the best version of the shows storyline collage. After all, stray bullets have no names on them and no one is safe in a crossfire. We even see a little glimpse of a smile from Kevin as he finally joins in, too, which is the most fun weve seen him have so far in the series. Cookie Notice Hes a kid but is still trying to protect his friends, and he takes responsibility for what happens to him even though he shouldnt have been placed in those situations in the first place. I just feel like we as a cast, we have so many more colors to show. Also, in Season 1 it seemed like his girlfriend was pregnant, but she isn't on the show on season 2. comments 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? After Ethel says Ronnies not there, Cruz barges his way in and sees blood on the wall and bed sheets. His plan works, and Andrea comes up to Kevin, apologizes, and gives him a kiss to make up for being mean to him earlier. 2. untainted8 2 yr. ago. The detective eventually discovers that she has taken another apartment in a run-down building and decides to go inside to investigate further. Online. You know, four months out [of] a year and dive in deeper into the development of the character.. Cruz is a detective for the Chicago Police Department on beat on the south side of the city. The characters past problems are back, and what happens next is a reminder that every action has a reaction. Prisoner (uncredited . It would have been refreshing and even bold for a man like Tiffanys boyfriend to be portrayed grappling with his girlfriend abusing him. It was out of. Quentin coincidentally appears to be playing all of his trump cards, getting Reggie to go against his boss, with a battered Trice in the trunk of his car. 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. Brandon really need to stop trying to be a peacemaker hes just digging a deeper hole for himself #TheChi. To me, thats an important distinction that drives the shows honest representation. That she managed to make it out to the other side relatively intact (Im rooting for ya, Tracy) means something. When Quentin asked Reg about Jasons murder, I was seriously like, Omg, are we still on that? Each week, William Lee and Nina Metz recap and discuss the third season of "The Chi," which airs at 8 p.m. Sundays on Showtime. Tom and Katie will learn how to respectfully set boundaries and get along at some point, but right now its not going so well. 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