Exodus
- Episode aired Jun 9, 2023
- TV-MA
- 57m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
1.5K
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Danny Sullivan is arrested for a violent crime. Rya Goodwin probes his troubled past for answers.Danny Sullivan is arrested for a violent crime. Rya Goodwin probes his troubled past for answers.Danny Sullivan is arrested for a violent crime. Rya Goodwin probes his troubled past for answers.
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Rya Goodwin: What about the girl, Ariana? That's a pretty name.
Matty Dunne: There's no sign of her either. I'm thinking that he offed her and the landlord.
Detective: This is what happens when your partner reads one book on serial killers.
- SoundtracksI'd Love You to Want Me
(uncredited)
Written by Roland Kent LaVoie (Lobo)
Performed by Lobo
Produced by Phil Gernhard
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The Crowded Room Season 1 begins slow but features Tom Holland's performance, mysterious premise, and unreliable narration. Episodes 1-3, "Exodus," "Sanctuary," and "Murder," introduce Danny Sullivan and his history. The show works backward, starting with Danny and his friend Ariana's public shooting, and gradually unveils the events leading up to the moment through flashbacks. The Crowded Room is a psychological thriller with slow buildup, but it begins to play out more like a drama than a thriller. The show's beginning crime scene mellows out quickly, which is unexpected considering its promotion. However, this is a positive aspect, as it adds a bit of realism to the show. The show's slow buildup and suspense may keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Rya Goodwin and Danny interrogate each other in a realism-inspired conversation, with minimal suspense or melodrama. The low shock factor may be due to Danny's lack of potential for violence, as he doesn't appear to be a violent criminal. Holland's portrayal of Danny is captivating, as he is both believable as an innocent victim and a misfit from a dysfunctional home. He is manipulated by Ariana into committing a crime, but his sweetness and love for his mom make it easy to forgive his involvement. The Crowded Room's first episode opens with a bang, revealing the crime story. The tense atmosphere and lack of context make the audience anticipate a bad outcome. The first frame piques the audience's curiosity, as they had seen a trailer but had no context for the show. The first episode of the series features a sad and ominous intro, featuring crayon art as the style. This theme is reminiscent of the protagonist, Danny, who uses the same crayon in his portraits. The episode is set up, posing questions that will be answered later and some that have not yet been answered. It is important to pay attention to almost everything in the show, as I had to rewind twice in the first episode to catch up on something that would be brought up later. All conversations in the show will be revisited or expanded upon later. The show's framing device follows main character Danny Sullivan (Tom Holland) arrested for the events in the opening and questioned by psychologist Rya Goodwin (Amanda Seyfried). This structure allows the story to shift focus while maintaining the relationship between the characters. The show takes place in the 1970s, allowing it to be contained due to the crime being online. The first episode of the story focuses on Danny, the main character, who is awkward, timid, and not popular. He has two friends and struggles with a rough home situation. Danny is bullied and struggles to find a safe place to retreat. Tom Holland delivers a brilliant performance, contrasting his previous performances and making the story intriguing. The story follows Danny's journey down a dark path with no support to guide him. The story is set to continue, and viewers are eager to see how it unfolds.
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- Jul 28, 2023
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- Runtime57 minutes
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