Upcoming Season of NCIS and Nostalgic Villainy
The upcoming season of NCIS appears poised to evoke nostalgia, featuring a new antagonist whose actions mirror those of a notorious previous villain—potentially the most sinister yet. In season 22, Carla Marino gained prominence after the finale revealed her involvement in the murder of Parker's father, Roman, driven by revenge. Season 23 may delve deeper into her dark motives.
Marino's Background and Resemblance to Past Villains
Marino's background is distinctive, marked by a longstanding rivalry with Parker dating back to his FBI days. However, her character exhibits striking resemblances to Jonas Cobb, also known as the Port to Port Killer, who terrorized viewers in season 8. Cobb's merciless murders and his willingness to kidnap and torture Ziva reflect a ruthless streak that Marino has recently demonstrated.
Similarities in Motivations and Targets
The parallels extend further: both characters targeted individuals close to the NCIS team leaders—Cobb murdered Franks to hurt Gibbs, while Marino killed Roman to harm Parker. Though their motivations differ slightly, both aimed to inflict pain on t...