‘Pluribus’ Creator Vince Gilligan Hopes You Feel Some Ambiguity About Its Post-Apocalypse
Vince Gilligan, the creator of 'Pluribus', explores the complexities of individuality in a post-apocalyptic setting. The show presents the dilemma faced by the main character, Carol, who grapples with the temptation to surrender her individuality to a hive mind. Gilligan reflects on the nature of survival and the allure of conformity in a dystopian world.
- ▪'Pluribus' features an original take on an alien invasion and strong performances.
- ▪The main character, Carol, struggles with the choice between individuality and conformity.
- ▪Gilligan expresses ambivalence about whether being part of the hive mind would be preferable.
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There were many things that made season one of Pluribus incredibly compelling, including its intelligent and original take on an alien invasion and its across-the-board fantastic performances. Drawing on both of those is the dilemma faced by main character Carol (Rhea Seehorn), who, after proving initially immune to the hive mind that ensnares almost every other human on Earth, immediately decides she must cling to her individuality no matter how tempting it might be to just give…
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