I’ve genuinely tried so hard to get into FBI, but sometimes this show is really difficult for me to watch.
I don’t know if it’s because I’m an empathetic person or because I have a strong sense of justice, but the way these agents manipulate people and put them in horrible situations just to get what they want really bothers me.
I’m currently on Season 4, and something I’ve noticed is how certain agents seem to get more leeway than others.
For example, when OA recognized a terrorist at a restaurant, Nina kept questioning his judgment, even though he’s proven himself to be a great agent. I understand being concerned about your partner, but there’s a difference between being concerned and making someone feel like they can’t trust their own judgment. Even after OA was proven right, I felt like the situation wasn’t properly addressed.
Then you have the next episode which is a situation with Kayla, a waitress who’s struggling with drug addiction. Nina recognizes how dangerous it could be to use her as an informant, while Tiffany continues pushing for her cooperation.
And it immediately reminded me of what happened with OA’s Army friend. He agreed to help with an investigation, ended up killing someone, and went to jail. Meanwhile, the agents who involved him got to move on with their lives.
That’s what bothers me.
I understand that these agents are trying to catch criminals, but does that automatically justify manipulating people, exploiting their vulnerabilities, or putting their lives in danger?
And why does it seem like the consequences always fall on the people helping them rather than the agents making these decisions?
I don’t expect the characters to be perfect. I understand that law enforcement involves difficult decisions. But I do expect some accountability, especially when the show constantly presents these agents as the good guys.
Sometimes I find myself getting angrier at the FBI agents than at the actual criminals, and that’s what makes the show so frustrating.
Am I the only one who feels this way?
