“This is a temporary hearing,” she said.

“The court is not making final findings concerning authenticity or admissibility today.”

She looked toward both parties.

“However, because the recording may bear directly on immediate child-safety issues, I will permit a limited review for purposes of determining whether temporary protective measures are warranted.”

That sounded much less dramatic than television.

It was also much more frightening.

A monitor turned on.

The video began.