The writing and symbolism is really heavy. The Shakespeare references are off the charts, even when not being quoted by a character.
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Ep 1. the milk scene you might write off as just bullshit, but nope, another Shakespeare reference and nod to sexual awakening/consciousness/birth/heterosexuality.
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I had to watch the episode twice to start picking up on things. And even then, I required some internet reading for an interpretation of the show itself.
Its a lot like the "True Detective" series in that sense, where watching just the show alone doesn't really seem to get you the entire experience of what you are seeing visually or a complete understanding.
But on the surface, you could just say its blood and boobs. Pretty smart series and I am impressed so far, something for everyone it appears. Definitely seems intent on delivering on its budget.
If others are watching it, I'll highlight some of the character traits you wouldn't pick up on just by watching the show.
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The Man In Black for example, there's way more to him than just some asshole. He is an extremely wealthy asshole, spending 40,000 dollars a day for the past 30 years straight to visit the park and he has realized and become suspicious the ownership is hiding something. He intends to get his money's worth.
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His interaction with Delores reveals that he seems to have acquired a particular set of skills. He could be a former employee or an old disgruntled investor at this point, as he seems to be able to imprint memories onto Delores despite the daily wipes, over his 30 year history. We found out Delores is about that old at the end of Episode 1.
He also kicks OG knowledge to the robots, possibly exerting an influence over them throughout his 30 years.
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