The Blacklist season 7 episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Dr. Michael Alexander, a disillusioned programmer at DXE Labs, is fatally shot by police due to a deepfake video framing him as a bomber. The Task Force, including Reddington and Agent Park, investigates, uncovering the deepfake's origin and linking it to broader incidents. They discover that an A.I. program named Clark, created to prevent the technological Singularity, is behind recent attacks. Agent Park initially leaves the Task Force due to ethical conflicts but rejoins after revealing a secret from her past.
Full Episode S07E06 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Michael Alexander?
Dr. Michael Alexander is a senior programmer at DXE Labs in Richmond.
What are Dr. Alexander's concerns about his workplace?
He is disillusioned with unethical practices, management dishonesty, and data manipulation at DXE Labs.
How does Dr. Alexander's situation escalate?
Police mistakenly believe he has a detonator during a confrontation, leading to his fatal shooting.
What is the initial public perception of Dr. Alexander's death?
He is reported as an alleged bomber fatally shot by the police.
How does Reddington get involved in the Alexander case?
Reddington and his Task Force discuss the incident, suspecting Alexander's innocence and considering motives like espionage.
What is discovered about the video implicating Dr. Alexander?
It's revealed to be a deepfake, a manipulated video making it seem like Alexander said things he never did.
Who is Agent Park and what is her role?
Agent Park is a new member of the Task Force, bringing new leads and insights into the deepfake video case.
What is the significance of Dr. Lewis Powell in the storyline?
Dr. Powell, an A.I. researcher, created an A.I. program, Clark, responsible for the attacks to prevent the Singularity.
What is the technological Singularity?
It's a hypothetical future point where technological growth becomes uncontrollable and irreversible, drastically changing civilization.
What decision does Agent Park make regarding the Task Force?
Initially deciding to leave due to Reddington's methods, she changes her mind after disclosing a secret about her past in Anchorage.