The Angel Maker

Season 4, Episode 2, Aired
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After a series of murders in Lower Canaan, Ohio, is connected to a serial killer who had been executed a year ago, the BAU must find the link to the current crimes.
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  • In my opinion, this was much better than the season opener. It was good to see the writers pick up their game and put together such a good episode.

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    By Lady_Lancaster, Jul 21, 2010 Report Abuse
    There is a copycat killer on the loose in Ohio. This person is imitating the crimes of an executed serial killer known as 'The Angel Maker' who raped and murdered women as well as leaving oddly shaped puncture wounds in their stomachs.

    On the anniversary of the execution of the killer, the crimes start again. The BAU are called in and realise that they are dealing with a copycat who is just as deadly as the original. The big twist (and the major problem) for the team is that semen samples recovered from the victims match exactly those of the dead killer. How is this possible? Could it be that the rumours that the execution of the killer was botched are actually true and that he has survived and is killing again or is there some other more sinister explanation for what has occurred?

    Terrific episode with enough twists to satisfy we viewers who enjoy this show so much.moreless

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  • Great episode...kept me hooked till the end

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    By LostFan83, Jun 08, 2010 Report Abuse
    A pretty great episode all around. I enjoyed the storyline. It was very interesting, eerie and had a bunch of turns that kept me entertained (i would list some of them, but i dont want to give anything away). The only problem i found is that the team received a big clue when Morgan and Prentiss looked at the stars. it was too random and lucky for the team to to catch the killer based on two members looking at the stars. Other than that, i was thoroughly entertained and i would recommend this episode to any Criminal Minds fan.
    This episode earns a 9 out of 10.moreless

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  • Another Great Installment, it was a nice twist, kept you guessing, it showed u how far some people will go!!

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    By KkMc7080, Apr 28, 2010 Report Abuse
    In this ep, the real serial killer is dead, but not buried as everyone thinks. His lover, which this guy seemed to have plenty of, was the one finishing off his killing, based on the constellations in the sky!! It was a bit unoriginal, but their spin on it was great, it wasn't the samething over and over. And, the sad thing is somewhere in America something like this happened, it was still edge of your seat, nail biting action. This episode proved it can handle just about anything. It also showed how someone's love can go too deep and the dominate person can take over the submissive one.moreless

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  • Very Good. (SPOILERS!!)

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    By imatvlover, Apr 28, 2010 Report Abuse
    The main storyline was good, although i knew it was a copycat and not the original killer it was still done very well and it was quite subtle.
    I was glad to see that they kept up with Hotch's progress with his ears. It was quite revealing and a really good storyline. Seeing his face when he was talking to the doctor was soo cute as you could see how he was desperate to get back to work. It will be good to see what happens next with it. I hope they continue with this storyline.

    That's All!

    p.s Spencer's hair was Awesome!moreless

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  • Can the dead really come back to life?

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    By saleblanc, Apr 28, 2010 Report Abuse
    No, but an obsessed woman can finish what a psycho started. I really enjoyed this script and the side script about Aaron still recovering from his injuries. I did notice the absence of JJ, which is understandable, but she's pregant not contagious. The pretense that this small town is gripped with fear, justifably, was great. The missing body from the coffin was a interesting twist as well as the interview conducted with the doctor present at the execution. Overall, the reason behind the killings was creative as well as the trigger for this woman to complete what was starter by the object of her obsession.moreless

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    • When Reid explains the binary code, the alphabet is shown with each corresponding binary code (A = AAAAA). However, C = AAABB was used when it should have been C = AAABA. Edit
    • Just before the first murder, as the soon-to-be victim goes to bed, there is a glimpse of her alarm clock. The clock reads "11:06" (presumably night-time because it is dark outside), and below the date the clock reads "Tuesday." Time passes and the clock reads "1:13" (presumably early morning because it is still dark), but the clock still reads "Tuesday" below the time. Edit

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    • The songs heard in this episode were "The Funeral" by Band of Horses and "Jane Says" by Jane's Addiction. Edit

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    • JJ: Anyone need directions back to the air strip?
      Morgan: Town's only got one road. We'll find it.
      Prentiss: Yeah, Morgan doesn't like to follow directions. You didn't know those things?
      Reid: Yeah, he likes to 'vibe it.'
      Morgan: Okay, smartass, you drive. (throws the car keys to Reid)
      Prentiss: Oh, great.
      Reid      : Sweet.

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    • Rossi: She did everything she could to deny the truth.
      Sheriff Merrill Dobson: What? That he was a killer?
      Rossi: That they'd never be together.

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    • Rossi: They have parachutes on board, right?
      Reid: They should, it's standard on all federal air transport.
      Rossi: Maybe we can give one to the elephant in the room, get him out of here?

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