Critics and fans praised the episode for its unique structure and character-driven focus:
: Retired Admiral Hollis Kilbride is forced to make the difficult decision to kill her himself to prevent further damage to national security. Character Highlights
: It is revealed that Laura Song was actually a double agent working for the Chinese government. "NCIS: Los Angeles" Divided We Fall(2021)
In the NCIS: Los Angeles episode (Season 13, Episode 5), the team faces an internal investigation after a mission to protect an undercover operative, Laura Song , ends in her death . Plot Summary
: The shifting points of view and time jumps were noted for adding complexity and suspense, even as they revealed the team's perceived failures. Critics and fans praised the episode for its
: The episode explores their developing partnership and differing perspectives on the mission's failure. Critical Reception
: Eric Christian Olsen (Deeks) received significant acclaim for his "gravitas" and emotional depth during his scene with the investigator. Plot Summary : The shifting points of view
: His backstory is teased when Laura identifies him as a "man with a broken family looking for a second chance," mentioning a son he hasn't seen in two decades.