The Prestige TV Podcast ‘Presumed Innocent’ Episodes 5-6: Whodunnit Theories, Red Herrings, and Dream Sequences
Jul 10, 2024
The hosts discuss red herrings in the series, leading whodunnit theories, and Rusty's likability. They explore dream sequences in the show and read listener emails. They also touch on 'The Bear' Season 3 in their conversation.
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David E. Kelly's Storytelling Shift
- David E. Kelly's shift from procedural to prestige TV has led to some storytelling challenges.
- There's a frequent mid-season sag with his whodunits, often involving excessive red herrings.
Impact of Foreknowledge
- Knowing the ending might change the viewing experience, especially with the show's many plot threads.
- The overwhelming number of plot lines can be distracting, making it hard to follow the core mystery.
Lost in the Plot
- Rob Mahoney feels lost due to the show's many plot lines.
- He finds himself suspecting Rusty for the first time.