As a fan who’s been following this gripping series closely, I find myself utterly captivated by each new episode of “Aaron Hernandez.” The latest, “Dirty Pain,” was no exception. It’s a stark reminder that fame and fortune can’t shield one from the demons within.
At 38 minutes, “Dirty Pain” stands as the briefest installment of “Aaron Hernandez” thus far, and it’s likely that the summary I’m going to provide will adhere to a similar structure. This week, the narrative primarily revolves around paranoia, with Lee Edward Colston’s script seldom deviating from this central theme.
Following the shooting that left Sherrod blind in one eye but alive, he appears uninterested in conventional methods of justice. Instead, he seems more focused on psychologically tormenting Aaron. This strategy appears effective, as Aaron immediately returns home to check on Shayanna and their baby when the first call from beyond the grave is received. The situation worsens as Aaron spends excessive hours monitoring footage from his newly installed security cameras, becoming tense and reaching for his gun whenever a car slows near the house. Additionally, he has increased his marijuana usage, seemingly trying to self-medicate. To hide his actions from Shayanna, he also obtains a new phone number, keeping the old one for any threatening texts.
In essence, it’s important to note that Aaron isn’t simply being overly paranoid without cause: Sherrod is deliberately fueling his fear and tormenting him persistently. Moreover, Sherrod has been portrayed as a menacing figure, one who might resort to violent retribution. However, Aaron bears the brunt of the responsibility himself. His temporary retreat to California with family for recovery from surgery may mend his shoulder injury, but it won’t tackle the larger issue. Deep down, even Aaron recognizes this fact. He even pays a visit to Bill Belichick during the Scouting Combine, sharing a modified account of the story and asking for a trade, which is met with a definitive “no.” Instead, it’s Belichick who advises Aaron to use his L.A. trip as a cooling-off period; if threats persist at the end of spring, they’ll bring in some security from the Patriots.
In this series, it’s often unclear how many days pass between each scene, but it appears that Aaron and Shayanna enjoy a brief span of around two to three pleasant days in California before Aaron receives some troubling news: Alexander Bradley, also known as Sherrod, is filing a lawsuit against him. At this point, Aaron’s poker skills (both facial expressions and voice tone) are put to the test. He struggles to convincingly respond to Brian Murphy over the phone without raising more questions, especially when Murphy brings up the topic, “They say you shot this man in the face,” to which Aaron responds, “What? No, that’s impossible; leave now.” This response only adds to the suspicion. Furthermore, Aaron’s inquiry about how much money Sherrod is demanding – at least $2 million – instantly triggers alarm bells for Murphy, who resorts to his usual “don’t ask, don’t tell” approach.
At least Aaron finds some physical solace with Chris, despite his reluctance to acknowledge a genuine emotional bond between them. However, Chris remains an enigma in this series, despite Jake Cannavale’s impressive acting. We don’t delve deeply into Chris’ inner thoughts; last episode, he made strong arguments for ending things with Aaron, but now he’s sending affectionate texts and rekindling their intimate relationship without any significant change on either side. Their encounter in this episode seems more designed to torment Aaron emotionally and drive him further towards a breaking point.
It appears that Aaron’s life might never return to happiness, considering his NFL career has likely come to an end, even if it’s not publicly acknowledged yet. By June’s end, he’ll be in jail, facing first-degree murder charges. The book “Dirty Pain” doesn’t explicitly mention Odin Lloyd, but it lays the groundwork for his murder when delving into Aaron’s killer’s psychological state. Aaron struggles to spend an evening alone with the baby without resorting to marijuana, alcohol, and OxyContin – the latter two of which he purchases concurrently at the pharmacy. These dark comic elements might seem somewhat awkward given the grimness of the actual events, but they offer a refreshing contrast to the heavy darkness prevalent in the latter part of the season.
Certainly, instead of caring for the baby or changing her soiled diapers, Aaron prefers to doze off. Unsurprisingly, he explodes in anger when Shayanna confronts him about his continuous deceit and hidden truths. His recent fabrication – that the “I miss you” texts were just friendly messages from an old coach, not a woman – fails to pacify her. Instead, it escalates the situation, leading Aaron to act aggressively, smashing a vase on the mantelpiece and yelling at Shayanna in front of the baby. Both Shayanna and Aaron stick to their story, claiming they were “roughhousing,” so as not to provoke further questions from the police. However, it’s evident that even if they admitted the truth, Aaron might escape with only minor consequences due to his celebrity status. At least one of the officers at their door seems to be a fan.
In this episode, Aaron Hernandez appears genuinely depressed, hinting at deep-seated struggles. It’s unexpected when D.J. finds his brother on the beach with a gun, but it’s understandable given his circumstances – a man with immense wealth and fame, yet grappling with the understanding that true happiness demands authenticity and honesty beyond material possessions. Unfortunately, for Aaron Hernandez, achieving this sincerity seems unattainable in the future.
The most impactful moment in this episode might just be the one involving the brothers. It’s a heartfelt scene that resonates deeply due to their shared past. D.J. admits he’d sacrifice everything for Aaron’s life, yet he’s oblivious to much of Aaron’s true situation. He can’t fathom what Aaron is going through internally, leaving him to provide empty words instead of addressing Aaron’s genuine plea for help when it calls for more. Aaron finds the strength to rise again and support his family after a reference to their father, but there’s a twist – the lingering pressure from Dennis Hernandez’s spirit is one of the factors causing Aaron’s struggles in the first place.
In the closing sequence, Aaron appears revitalized, accompanied by a fresh security detail and numerous guns concealed in a secret room of an apartment. The final frame suggests an impending confrontation involving home invasions and shoot-outs, but this isn’t the kind of narrative we’re following. Instead, it’s a tale centered around one individual and his unheeded errors. Watching a man disintegrate brings no pleasure.
The End Zone
The scene where the doctors extracted bullet pieces from Sherrod’s eye socket was quite intriguing, yet it was also quite gruesome and intense for this particular program, right? It left me rather taken aback.
To put it in my perspective, if I were a police officer and a shooting victim told me “I’ll handle this myself,” I might find myself feeling a bit apprehensive.
Briefly graced the screen was Dominic Zamprogna, playing the role of Alex Guerrero, who is known for being Tom Brady’s miraculous fitness coach, on the TV show ‘General Hospital’.
• “Who are you texting with?” “Nobody.” Smooth, Aaron.
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2024-10-23 06:54