Flashpoint season 5 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Elliot, burdened with hypermnesia, records a distressing message for his friend Lainie. After a failed abduction attempt on Lainie, Elliot is found in a life-threatening situation. The team learns of his rare condition, which leads to his kidnapping by individuals seeking to exploit his perfect memory. Forced to assist in a high-stakes heist at A.G.S. Loeb, Elliot helps steal a prototype smart gun. In a tense showdown, the team thwarts the kidnappers' plans by jamming the gun's signal, rescuing Elliot and capturing the criminals. Elliot and Lainie confront the aftermath together.
Full Episode S05E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elliot's unique condition?
Elliot has hypermnesia, giving him a perfect memory.
How does Elliot's condition affect his life?
His perfect memory causes constant intrusive memories, making daily life difficult.
Why was Elliot kidnapped?
He was kidnapped to use his memory to gather information from a high-security facility.
What is the significance of the prototype stolen by the kidnappers?
The prototype is a smart gun that can hit targets with perfect accuracy.
How does the team manage to thwart the kidnappers' plan?
They jam the smart gun's signal, rendering it ineffective.
What is Lainie's relationship to Elliot?
Lainie is a neuroscientist and friend who studies Elliot's condition.
What was the kidnappers' ultimate goal?
To sell the advanced weapon technology for profit.
How does Elliot contribute to the resolution of the crisis?
He provides critical information to disable the smart gun.
Is Elliot's condition curable?
No, Elliot's hypermnesia is not curable, but he seeks ways to manage it.
How does the team track the kidnappers?
They use Elliot's knowledge and surveillance to track the kidnappers' movements.
What happens to Elliot at the end of the episode?
Elliot is rescued, and he starts to see a way to live with his condition.
Why does Elliot record a message for Lainie?
He records a message intending it to be a farewell as he contemplates suicide.
How does the team initially find out about Elliot's situation?
They discover his connection to Lainie after she is nearly abducted.
What triggers Elliot's abduction?
The kidnappers threaten Lainie's safety to coerce Elliot into cooperating.
What happens to the kidnappers at the end?
The kidnappers are apprehended by the police after the final standoff.
