It’s a rare occurrence for a television series to completely overtake my psyche, but AppleTV’s Severance has done just that – so much so that I felt compelled to do a brief video with some of my ramblings. Below is a run down of the outline I put together for the video……….and you will see that I barely kept to it during the recording, mainly thanks to my cat knocking down my IPad moments a complete of minutes after starting. In know, I know….. I’m professional to the end.
I. Introduction
- Brief overview of “Severance” as a science fiction psychological thriller
- joke about taking do long to see it……Originally watched just 30 mins of Helly R’s induction…….I Don’t Want to Belong to Any Club That Will Accept Me as a Member
- Mention of its critical acclaim and growing fanbase.
- Purpose of the video: to recap and analyse the key events, themes, and developments across the first two seasons.
- THERE WILL BE SPOILERS!
- Mention all images are Copyright © 2025 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
II. Series Premise
• Explanation of the “severance” procedure: a surgical intervention that bifurcates employees’ memories into distinct “innie” (work) and “outie” (personal) personas.
• Introduction to Lumon Industries, the enigmatic corporation implementing this procedure.
III. Season 1 (2022) Recap
- Before talking about plot…..celebration of main characters:
Main Quartet
• Mark Scout (portrayed by Adam Scott), a grieving widower who opts for severance.
- Helly R (Britt Lower)., a new employee struggling with the realities of severance.
- Irving (John Turturro)
- Dylan( Zachary Cherry) , colleagues with their own complexities.
Rest of ensemble cast
- Mr Melchick (Tramell Tillman)
- Harmony Cobel (Patricia Arquette)
- Dichen Lachman (Ms. Casey)
- Christopher Walken (Burt)
- Key plot points
• Mark’s discovery of his predecessor Petey’s (Yul Vasquez) reintegration and subsequent death.
• The innies’ growing awareness and attempts to communicate with their outie counterparts.
• The season’s climax involving the innies temporarily gaining control over their outie lives, leading to shocking revelations.
IV. Season 2 Recap
• Continuation of the narrative:
• Mark’s quest to uncover the truth about his wife Gemma, revealed to be alive and held within Lumon.
• Helly’s internal conflict and her mission to liberate herself and her colleagues.
- Irving’s exploration of his past and his relationship with Burt.
– beautiful performnces…..John Turturro’s expressive eyes
• Major developments:
• The innies’ further attempts to expose Lumon’s secrets.
• The introduction of new characters and deeper insights into Lumon’s operations.
• The season’s intense finale, leaving multiple cliffhangers and setting the stage for future episodes.
V. Themes and Analysis
• Exploration of identity and the ethical implications of memory alteration.
• Commentary on corporate control and the loss of personal autonomy.
• The psychological impact of severance on individual consciousness and relationships.
VI. Production Insights
• Discussion of the show’s unique visual style and cinematography.
• Notable filming locations, such as Bell Works in New Jersey, which serves as the real-life setting for Lumon Industries.
• Contributions of key creators and directors, including Dan Erickson and Ben Stiller.
VII. Reception and Impact
• Critical reception and audience response to both seasons.
• Awards and nominations received by the series.
• Its cultural impact and relevance in contemporary discussions about work-life balance and corporate ethics.
VIII. Future Prospects
• Announcement of the show’s renewal for a third season.
• Speculations and fan theories about upcoming plotlines and character arcs.
• Potential directions the series might explore in addressing unresolved mysteries.
IX. Conclusion
• Personal reflections on the series’ storytelling and thematic depth.
• Encouragement for viewers to share their thoughts and theories in the comments section.
• Invitation to subscribe for future updates and analyses on “Severance” and other thought-provoking series.
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