Gotham Episode Review: “LoveCraft”

Guest stars include Clare Foley and Declan Mulvey.

I think the thing that really stood out for me when it came to this fall finale was the doubt it casts on Harvey Dent’s (Nicholas D’Agosto) credibility going forward. When the series first introduced him last week, he seemed like the only other person in Gotham that couldn’t be bought. However, after learning he was at least indirectly responsible for Selina being found and the person (Lovecraft) he insisted was the brains behind the Wayne murders wasn’t even a major player, I am starting to wonder if maybe he’s just playing Gordon like everyone else, perhaps with the goal of getting the detective in enough trouble to justify his demotion to security guard at Arkham Asylum.

One thing I found I really liked about this episode is how it gave us a glimpse at Selina’s life on the streets, including what turned out to be a pretty complex underground network of street kids working for various fences that answer to Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett Smith). I have a feeling this will come into play later, along with Ivy (Foley), who seems a little creepier every time I see her in an episode.

I have to admit, after seeing this episode; I am growing more and more intrigued by Alfred (Sean Pertwee). He has some real skills when it comes to fighting and I am starting to suspect he is much more than just a butler. In fact, I’m starting to wonder if Bruce’s parents hired him more for those skills, perhaps as a bodyguard that can protect their son in case something were to happen to them. I’m sure, at some point, we’re going to get more background information about him and I will be paying close attention when that happens.

I’m sure Gordon’s demotion will come into play going forward. However, this episode, in my opinion at least, was more about setting the tone by revealing a much deeper mystery about the Wayne murders and showing nobody is safe in Gotham. I can’t wait until the midseason break is over.

My Grade: A