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[Older Beholder]

Apple were saying it was their most watched show, even before the most recent episode.
I’m not sure how they’re measuring that, cause it felt like Severance had more buzz? But, as a fan I’m happy it’s doing well enough to get another season.

I’m glad Carol finally asked what their plan is, so we now know that they are setting up a way to transmit the signal on to other parts of space. I’m looking forward to our two main characters finally meeting.

 

[Stalker0]

What was interesting this episode…there was almost a “hunger” to their desire to know about carols thoughts and to have a new book to read.

More play acting or is the hive mind craving stimulus?

O

 

[Older Beholder]

What was interesting this episode…there was almost a “hunger” to their desire to know about carols thoughts and to have a new book to read.

More play acting or is the hive mind craving stimulus?

O

I think they’re laying it on extra thick in an attempt to strengthen and deepen bonds before Manousos arrives.

I’m a little worried that Carol and Manousos might end up at odds.

 

[Paul Farquhar]

The hive mind is itself a character, and capable of development. Coming to value interactions with beings outside of itself putting it at odds with the basic viral instinct to spread itself.

Meanwhile, Carol may find herself in the position of defending the hive from other survivors.

 

[Jahydin]

I think the last episode is where I get off the bus. Zero tension and the plot doesn't seem to be going anywhere. The thought that we're almost done with the season and wont be getting any more for several years really bums me out.

Will certainly give it a shot later in life if it manages to wrap up with a satisfying ending.

 

[Aeson]

Zosia said they were ready for new art. I think I mentioned before it would be hard for them to create art. They already know what everyone knows. They can't surprise each other with new stories. The tortured artist isn't just a stereotype. Many use their pain to create. The hive doesn't have that pain. Taylor Swift can't use her break-up to write a new song. Kendrick Lamar won't have a new rival to make a dis track about. John Cena can't fool the rubes at ringside. Etc.

 

[Morrus]

I’m not sure how they’re measuring that,

By counting the people watching it, presumably.

 

[Morrus]

Zosia said they were ready for new art. I think I mentioned before it would be hard for them to create art. They already know what everyone knows. They can't surprise each other with new stories. The tortured artist isn't just a stereotype. Many use their pain to create. The hive doesn't have that pain. Taylor Swift can't use her break-up to write a new song. Kendrick Lamar won't have a new rival to make a dis track about. John Cena can't fool the rubes at ringside. Etc.

It’s Vince Gilligan’s commentary on generative AI, which he is vehemently opposed to.

 

[Aeson]

It’s Vince Gilligan’s commentary on generative AI, which he is vehemently opposed to.

I'm not disagreeing with that. This is the first Vince Gilligan project I've seen. I don't know the man or his stance on things. I'm looking at the comment above about a hunger for something new. AI wouldn't hunger for something new. I was attempting to come up with an in universe reason for it.

If I were to look at the real world for an explanation, I would say the whole thing is a commentary on Communism. For or against, I'm not sure about. I am trying to do better about expressing my opinions on politics. I'm not going further with this than to say that.

 

[Morrus]

If I were to look at the real world for an explanation, I would say the whole thing is a commentary on Communism. For or against, I'm not sure about. I am trying to do better about expressing my opinions on politics. I'm not going further with this than to say that.

Please don’t.