I'm positive there was more then a hint that Sugar is at least, supernatural. Vampire? I donno. Maybe? I thought I was the only one thinking that. Great place you guys have here! First time watching, LOVE it!
Glad to see you guys are covering this show. I have three comments. 1. It's maybe the most beautiful looking show on tv. The black & white scenes, mixed in with the color scenes of LA (almost) make me want to spend more time in the City of Angels. 2. I don't buy into the Vampire theory. If it turns out to be true, I'm going to feel cheated. A vampire noir series is just something that an AI script would develop. Also, don't vampires avoid the daylight? There have been a few scenes with Sugar outdoors--though I guess you could say that's why he had the physical meltdown just before entering Teresa's house. But "why" would he drive around in a Corvette convertible if he was a Vampire? As far as I'm concerned: if you're going with a "supernatural" theme, based in LA, you may as well make the Ruby Group all...ANGELS. 3. My alternative theory is that Ruby, Sugar, and their group are former Government Spies, who are now industrial spies who have their memories medically-erased, with new identities and fake-memories implanted. Ruby is their "Control"--to ensure the medical procedure is still working, as well as sending them out on cases--for their nefarious corporate employer. There are lots that we don't have enough info about: Olivia's disappearance; Sugar's probably-dead sister; why is Ruby preventing Sugar from solving this case? Bottom line: after three episodes, I'm still enjoying the ride.
I really really like your 3rd theory! It is giving me some Severance vibes! I also think that what you said makes the most sense of what might be happening.
I like this take....I think the Vampire theory would be a cheat, as the series is so good without needing something off like this to explain any mystery. I love your #3 theory, which feels more in line with my own feelings. My early theory is that Sugar is not human, and I get a lot of Bladerunner vibes, right down to the narration.
@@kiznbelle Yes, I was kinda thinking Severance--but also the John Frankenheimer/Rock Hudson 1966 film "Seconds"; and the (awful) Russo Brothers 2023 series "Citadel." All had the memory erasure element.
Kevin said you guys are wrong and that they are aliens lol. Bags does have a good case with the vampires and werewolves tho. Sugar does make it a point to say how he doesn’t like to hurt people, which is just a weird thing to keep saying. Almost like it is some natural instinct in him to hurt people and it is something that he has to constantly remind himself not to. He also has a really high tolerance for alcohol. I mean, can vampires or werewolves get drunk? Lol.
It’s possible he’s a vampire. The black and white outfits the pasty colored skin. His love for old classic things. He’s probably been around for looooooog time.
Vampire, Werewolf? Hmm. Interesting but I doubt it because this doesn't fit with what the apparent Genre for this series is; Detective Film Neo Noir. Great series by Apple and I'm enjoying your discussions.
I've seen this alien theory on various sites--and it's probably the most prevalent theory. To me, having aliens or the supernatural involved diminishes the detective and noir aspects of the show. I want characters and plot that I can work my way thru by deductive reasoning.
I'm positive there was more then a hint that Sugar is at least, supernatural. Vampire? I donno. Maybe? I thought I was the only one thinking that. Great place you guys have here! First time watching, LOVE it!
Thanks so much! Appreciate it it a lot
Glad to see you guys are covering this show. I have three comments.
1. It's maybe the most beautiful looking show on tv. The black & white scenes, mixed in with the color scenes of LA (almost) make me want to spend more time in the City of Angels.
2. I don't buy into the Vampire theory. If it turns out to be true, I'm going to feel cheated. A vampire noir series is just something that an AI script would develop. Also, don't vampires avoid the daylight? There have been a few scenes with Sugar outdoors--though I guess you could say that's why he had the physical meltdown just before entering Teresa's house. But "why" would he drive around in a Corvette convertible if he was a Vampire?
As far as I'm concerned: if you're going with a "supernatural" theme, based in LA, you may as well make the Ruby Group all...ANGELS.
3. My alternative theory is that Ruby, Sugar, and their group are former Government Spies, who are now industrial spies who have their memories medically-erased, with new identities and fake-memories implanted. Ruby is their "Control"--to ensure the medical procedure is still working, as well as sending them out on cases--for their nefarious corporate employer.
There are lots that we don't have enough info about: Olivia's disappearance; Sugar's probably-dead sister; why is Ruby preventing Sugar from solving this case?
Bottom line: after three episodes, I'm still enjoying the ride.
I really really like your 3rd theory! It is giving me some Severance vibes! I also think that what you said makes the most sense of what might be happening.
I like this take....I think the Vampire theory would be a cheat, as the series is so good without needing something off like this to explain any mystery. I love your #3 theory, which feels more in line with my own feelings. My early theory is that Sugar is not human, and I get a lot of Bladerunner vibes, right down to the narration.
@@kiznbelle Yes, I was kinda thinking Severance--but also the John Frankenheimer/Rock Hudson 1966 film "Seconds"; and the (awful) Russo Brothers 2023 series "Citadel." All had the memory erasure element.
Kevin said you guys are wrong and that they are aliens lol. Bags does have a good case with the vampires and werewolves tho. Sugar does make it a point to say how he doesn’t like to hurt people, which is just a weird thing to keep saying. Almost like it is some natural instinct in him to hurt people and it is something that he has to constantly remind himself not to. He also has a really high tolerance for alcohol. I mean, can vampires or werewolves get drunk? Lol.
2 people have said Aliens and now I'm starting to believe it
It’s possible he’s a vampire. The black and white outfits the pasty colored skin. His love for old classic things. He’s probably been around for looooooog time.
I also think the drugs hes taking suppresses stuff they don't want him in tune with
Interesting theory.
Vampire, Werewolf? Hmm. Interesting but I doubt it because this doesn't fit with what the apparent Genre for this series is; Detective Film Neo Noir. Great series by Apple and I'm enjoying your discussions.
I think the "guy" that both Olivia and Rachel are talking about in their videos is Sugar.
I appreciate the work to recap, but I’m really in a hurry because I need to watch episode
Remember his colleague said he woke up craving garlic or something along those lines and he hates garlic. Vampires hate garlic if im not mistaken
Stallings might be an informant for a govt agency. A boss they can control. Wouldn’t be the first time
What are you thinking after episode 3??
The vampire theory is fun for sugar but he definitely looks in the mirror when he’s showering after his wound opens
There no supernatural about this series. I'm more inclined to say this is something like Jason Bourne type experiment.
I like that. We just dropped the review for episode 4. Let us know your thoughts on that video! We can highlight your comment for episode 5
Aliens or AI
Their aliens
I believe you
@@sceneinvaders Thank you!
I've seen this alien theory on various sites--and it's probably the most prevalent theory. To me, having aliens or the supernatural involved diminishes the detective and noir aspects of the show. I want characters and plot that I can work my way thru by deductive reasoning.
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