How else can someone express The Pitt exerts control? It’s controlling, isn’t it? Even when you believe that the medical drama couldn’t possibly exhibit any more impressive maneuvers or surpass its own excellence from earlier episodes, it still surprises us by presenting an installment like this. When Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center transforms into a makeshift war triage unit amidst an active shooter incident at PittFest, “6:00 P.M.” demonstrates the perfect harmony between the aspects that make this show extraordinary.
In this episode, the skillful execution stands out, with Amanda Marsalis at the helm for direction and Joe Sachs and R. Scott Gemmill penning the script. The fluidity with which Marsalis orchestrates the camera work, capturing every intricate detail – from the bustling ambulance bay to various medical stations, the cafeteria filled with anxious family members, and beyond – creates an intense, chaotic, yet smooth atmosphere that truly immerses you. By the time night shift attending Dr. Shen exclaims “When is this going to end?”, you can’t help but feel his exhaustion. From the very start, we are drawn into the doctors’ world, and it’s awe-inspiring to consider the immense effort required to make it all appear so effortless – previous episodes almost seem like rehearsals to demonstrate that something as complex as this could actually be achieved. And they manage to achieve it brilliantly.
What truly makes ‘The Pitt’ shine is its collection of captivating characters, as well as our ability to develop an emotional connection with them even amidst the scattered details over the past 12 hours. Despite the episode being action-packed and filled with patients, ‘The Pitt’ has already established these characters so profoundly that a strictly procedural scene laden with medical terminology still manages to showcase their personalities. In times of crisis, these characters are put to the test, either rising to the occasion or faltering, allowing us to witness their choices. Though our encounters with these individuals may be brief before the episode swiftly moves on, each interaction leaves an impression. For instance, I certainly cheered when Dr. Mel King transitioned from doubting her ability to lead the yellow tag section (injuries to extremities but otherwise stable vital signs) to essentially compelling Robby to allow her to donate her own blood to her patient. Absolutely, I did cheer for moments like that! What’s the point of being here if you aren’t celebrating such moments? ‘6.00 PM’ demonstrates ‘The Pitt’s exceptional character development in various ways. For instance, we spend barely any time with Dr. Shen, yet from his casual sipping of an iced coffee while Robby sets him up for triage to subsequently learning that he is highly competent, we grasp everything we need to know about him. On ‘The Pitt’, tight deadlines never seem to hinder the storytelling, and it continues to serve as a role model in efficiency.
As a film enthusiast, I can’t help but notice how the ticking clock is profoundly woven into “The Pitt,” both metaphorically and literally. The series masterfully combines this sense of urgency with a raw, gut-wrenching reality that hits home when I see the surge of patients flooding into the hospital. Today, let’s delve into some pivotal moments from the latest episode.
The episode begins in a chilling stillness, akin to the eye of a storm. A “code triage” has been announced, and Robby and Dana brace themselves for the impending onslaught. Despite knowing they’ll be swamped shortly, Robby maintains an uncanny calm as he rallies his team. Gloria in her Pink Blazer is already down in the ER, surprisingly efficient and supportive, ensuring Robby has all the resources needed to navigate this crisis.
Every patient in the ER at the moment needs either discharge, transfer upstairs, or referral to family medicine. In other words, they can’t linger here. Gloria is on top of it, and Robby even finds time for a witty quip about the shortage of nurses. I tip my hat to his dedication in maintaining that running joke.
Ready supplies are at hand, although Robby is aware they’ll run out of many essential items soon. More medical personnel are being summoned, and Robby regrets letting Collins leave home, insisting she switch off her phone. Dr. Abbott reappears upon hearing about the shooting on his police scanner (a nice touch for character development), and as someone who watched The Faculty more than thrice during adolescence, I was eager to see this return. The meticulous arrangement of incoming patients, including color-coded wristbands ready, is seamless and efficient, leaving me thinking, “Of course, these people are experts at their jobs.” This quickly gave way to disturbing thoughts: How appalling is it that we live in a world where hospital staffs know how to prepare for a mass shooting incident? That they know what to do because for many, this isn’t their first? That there are multiple “mass-casualty faculty meetings”? The Pitt doesn’t waste time on sermons about the nation’s gun-violence issues, choosing instead to depict the terror we inflict upon each other, which is enough. It’s all there in the cries, sobs, and bloodied handprints on ambulances because people are frantic for EMTs to stop and assist. Frankly, I don’t think I need to witness a gunshot wound through someone’s jaw again, thank you very much.
As a movie enthusiast, let me share my take on the scene: Each new moment feels like a punch to the gut, barely giving time for emotions to linger before another shock hits. Yet, I found myself shedding tears as Robby addresses his team about the grim situation and their strategic plan. The dialogue is stark and direct, with Robby and Abbott swiftly delegating tasks to everyone present. There are no tests, no labs – just doctors checking pulses, awareness, and relying on instinct. It’s a raw, tense scene where I couldn’t help but shed tears. The quiet apprehension, the palpable fear etched across some characters’ faces is so genuine. If these seasoned professionals are this concerned about what lies beyond those doors, then what awaits us, mere spectators, is truly unimaginable.
Among the team, Santos, Whitaker, and especially King express their anxiety as they attend to a chaotic area marked with yellow slap-bands. However, once she starts working, King becomes incredibly focused on her patients. One of them is a woman named Sylvia, who arrived in an ambulance with her deaf son Omar, who was shot in the chest. In the chaos, Sylvia herself was hit by a car but all she can think about is ensuring her son receives proper care. Omar is quickly taken to the operating room, while King and Whitaker discover that Sylvia has a more serious injury – an internal liver laceration caused by bleeding. This requires immediate attention, leading King to demand permission to donate blood to help save her patient’s life before they can reach the operating room. Although it’s not as dramatic as Jack Abbott taping a blood bag to his leg while still working, it’s quite close. The situation becomes even more tense for King when her favorite Senior Resident, Frank Langdon, arrives. Robby isn’t pleased to see him, but they both understand that this isn’t the time to turn away doctors.
Santos isn’t overly enthusiastic about Langdon’s return, but she’s got plenty on her plate to keep him at arm’s length. During the crucial meeting an hour later, her expression conveyed more dread than anyone else’s, leading me to expect a dramatic fallout. However, I was pleasantly surprised. In fact, she uncovers one of her patients faking an injury to gain entry into the hospital and catches him filming the proceedings. Recognizing him as a reporter, she summons security, only to watch him flee and slip on a pool of blood. She admits him for his head wound and ensures he’s restrained for a while. To add insult to injury, she tosses his phone into a bucket full of now-bloody mop water. The show certainly made me root for Santos!
Hello there, it appears that most of our novice ER workers are given a chance to demonstrate their ability to manage high-pressure situations (Apologies to Whitaker, perhaps your moment will come soon). Javadi finds herself working alongside her mother, who persists in smothering her even in the midst of this chaotic scenario. Not long after, Javadi snaps at her mother to “understand the situation,” allowing her to focus and help someone truly in need; McKay gives her a nod of approval. Later, when they’ve exhausted their supply of chest tubes and thora-seals, it’s Javadi who, in a true MacGyver fashion, instructs her mother to use an ET tube and a urine output bag as a makeshift solution instead. It’s not her mother who is impressed by this then, how adorable that would be to think so. No, it’s Mateo who calls the idea “inspired.” Utah appears to be doing fine!
In this episode, every doctor displayed remarkable skills, such as Mohan’s incisions on the blowhole to save the patient with subcutaneous emphysema, and Robby’s bubble intubation. However, the most brilliant move by “The Pitt” in this episode doesn’t involve a medical rescue. Instead, they allow Chad – yes, that Chad – to enter the ER. As always, Chad exudes arrogance. He struts into the ER, defying the security guard, confident that his ex-wife being a doctor grants him access, and his son is in the break room. His smug expression fades when he encounters the reality of the chaos, violence, and carnage surrounding him. McKay orders him to find Harrison, and instead of his usual smart remarks, Chad complies. In search of Harrison, Chad finds him casually watching a movie in the break room, waiting for his mother. The fear in Chad’s eyes is palpable as he realizes the danger lurking just outside the door, wanting to shield his son from the scene. By featuring Chad in this intense situation, “The Pitt” heightens the gravity of an already dire situation.
As the episode concludes, Robby sadly finds himself in a situation that shows no signs of ending. Throughout this time, he’s been managing every detail of the hospital’s response, shifting from patient to patient, room to room. Additionally, only a select few know about the police and soon-to-be FBI interrogation of Theresa regarding her son David – an interaction initiated by Robby when the police first arrived and traced David’s phone to the shooting location. However, on top of all these troubles, Robby can’t reach Jake. Therefore, if anyone yearns for this ordeal to simply end, it’s Dr. Rabinavitch. Despite his wishes, he must persevere.
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