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    The Purge S01E03 Review: The Urge to Purge – More compelling questions…

    By Salome G
    | September 19, 2018
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    As there’s been some discussion of it in the forum, I’m pleased to announce that I have a definitive answer regarding the timeline. The show takes place between the first and second movies, approximately ten years after the first purge. And speaking of the first purge, we learn some things about it, too.

    If you didn’t see the movie, then what you need to know is that the first purge took place on Staten Island. Residents of the borough were paid to stay on the island and participate. Miguel and Penelope’s parents signed on because they were led to believe that they could just stay in their home and they’d be safe and collect a cool five grand when it was all over.

    It didn’t turn out like that. Purgers came to the building and killed their parents. Miguel and Penelope, who were still children, were hiding in a closet, and thanks to the louvered doors–always great in a horror–watched their mother be murdered.

    Purge S1e3 1

    So, yeah, that explains a lot about how they turned out. It’s not uncommon for people to kick drugs or alcohol and then replace them with religion and as I watched Penelope’s journey, I realized that’s what’s happening. The drugs couldn’t cure what happened, so now’s she turned to Tavis and this nonsense cult. And now it’s her turn to be purged.

    Because of what happened on that March night a decade ago, Miguel and Penelope are what’s known as OMF, or Original Martyr Family. This intrigues the two reporters who give Miguel a lift when he’s trying to track down the bus. But Miguel doesn’t want to be a spokesperson. He just wants his family back.

    Those journalists gave him a ride, by the way, because they’re friends of Pete the Cop. It turns out that while negotiations are hard on Purge night, that sweet, sweet Chevelle SS goes a long way in making friends. It can’t help Miguel find Penelope, though–at least not this night. He just misses her, which stings.

    Purge S1e3 2

    But speaking of negotiations, Jenna and Rick managed to close their building deal with Albert Stanton. I was ready to agree at 40%, but Rick gets him down to a 35% stake in the company and a seat on their board. It’s all wonderful, if a little uncomfortable because Stanton doesn’t seem that pleasant. He’s the kind of guy who jokes that he only gives to the poor when he pays taxes and then follows up his “joke” by saying, “I’m just kidding. I don’t pay taxes.” I’m just saying, he’s the kind of guy who will probably later insist they cut corners on safety or gets some important regulation lifted because he doesn’t care that there’s blood on his hands.

    Because there is literally blood on his hands. After he and the Betancourts agree on their deal, he has his minions bring in some employee that was caught stealing from StantonCorp or whatever it’s called. He’s about to shoot the guy, because it’s so much easier than having to like, go through things the regular way, when he’s like, “Oh, goodness–where are my manners?” and gives the gun to Rick. And for a second there, it really seems like Rick is going to shoot him. But then Jenna is like, “Hold up. We’re not into this.” So Stanton shoots the guy himself.

    Purge S1e3 3

    Jenna is pregnant, by the way, and she could have used that as an excuse. “Please, not in front of my baby,” etc. But considering Stanton’s weird comment about wanting a grandchild–who just brings that up in a business meeting?–it’s probably best to keep that card close to your chest. Except oops–she told Lila. That’s going to come back to haunt her.

    Over at Ryker Financial, Jane and the gang close that Japanese deal. Well, that was fast. How long could they have been working on it? An hour or two, tops? Anyway, Jane is nervous about Bracka and trying to check the app when David video-calls in. He’s a little irritated that she didn’t call him about closing the deal and then someone rings his doorbell. He comes back a second later, joking that it was the pizza guy–and for a moment, I was like, “That’s a dedicated delivery man”–but who was it, really? Who just shows up at someone’s house on this night?

    Jane is interrupted in her app-checking by Mark (Adam Stephenson), who’s been competing with Alison for a promotion. It’s been clear that they’ve been cozying up and he sweetly tells Jane that he wants to go far in the company. However, if Alison gets the promotion, he’ll understand and he’ll keep working hard so it’ll be his turn next.

    Sweet guy. Too bad Alison murders him like, five minutes after that. Jane is the one who comes upon the scene and it’s a little distracting, to say the least. I have a feeling this isn’t going to be the only thing that goes wrong for her tonight.

    Meanwhile, though, the mysterious masked man (it’s Lee Tergesen, isn’t it?) rescues a woman being attacked in her home. How long before he and Miguel join forces?

    8/10 – Although the show is clearly dragging out the story–witness that missed connection between Miguel and Penelope–I’m okay with that. Because while it’s also making me ask a lot of questions, they’re interesting questions. Like, who are the “nuns” who took Penelope? And it’s answering questions, as well. I don’t mind if it takes a moment to get to the destination, as long as the journey is entertaining.

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    Rouge
    Rouge
    3 years ago

    Bigfoot, I’ll reply to you here since it gets a bit confusing down there. Your theory sounds plausible. I guess I’m expecting a motivation other than money because it’s too simple and superficial. Unfortunately, many things happen in the Purge night is monetized because of the nature of the event, so I guess it’s still within the series’ logic.

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    Bigfoot
    Bigfoot
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Rouge

    The problem is that the show is not following the cult any longer so we might never know the cult leader’s purpose. Unless, Miguel and Penelope will get back to her and find out the real motives behind the cult.

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    JJFletcher
    JJFletcher
    3 years ago

    This episode really cleared up a lot of questions I had about it. It is interesting the way they are able to stretch the story out in this way. I thought it was going to be difficult to make and keep it interesting.

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    Eversleigh
    Eversleigh
    3 years ago

    I’m impatiently waiting for the next installment as we’re a bit behind in the UK before it’s available for streaming. I’m joining the speculation bus that something is up with the cult leader. I’m glad to see things laid out so we know the timing of the The Purge universe.

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    Arabella
    Arabella
    3 years ago

    Thanks for helping plot this out in time! The idea of OMF gave me chills. I feel ghoulish just typing it. What’s with the cult leader? Is she offering up others as a payment for her own
    safety each year? Money?

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    Salome G
    Salome G
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Arabella

    That’s a good question! Good Leader Tavis may be a true believer, but I can truly believe there’s something else in it for her.

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    Bigfoot
    Bigfoot
    3 years ago

    The Jane story is becoming more interesting to me. The pizza guy also made me think why would he or she risks a few bucks for his or her life. And about Alison, we still don’t know what she found out on the computer of Jane.

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    Salome G
    Salome G
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Bigfoot

    It just occurred to me that it would be wild if she saw she was getting the promotion and still murdered Mark.

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    MidNight
    MidNight
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Salome G

    The theories I had on the last episode fell apart this hour. It was truly ironic that Jane killed Mark without knowing that the spot was already hers. I was also surprised when the masked man did something good because I don’t think we’ve seen one since the series kicked off. (I think I’ll eat my words later, but we’ll see.)

    What do you guys think will happen to Penelope?

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    Arabella
    Arabella
    3 years ago
    Reply to  MidNight

    She has to survive right? Usually these stories will have one good ending amongst the dead. Penelope and Miguel are the most likable. If this programme stays pretty popular do you think they’ll drag another season out of it?

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    Salome G
    Salome G
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Arabella

    They could do it like an anthology and do different cities, different characters every time.

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    MidNight
    MidNight
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Arabella

    Well, I remember the poster and tagline from the first episode seem to hint that what we have is somehow special. We may not get sequels that way, but anything can change if the ratings prove otherwise. It depends on how they wrap up these characters, but I agree with Salome that the story can branch out as long as there are new characters to follow.

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    Salome G
    Salome G
    3 years ago
    Reply to  MidNight

    I think Penelope will probably survive, because I think something’s up with those nuns.

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    Rouge
    Rouge
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Salome G

    I thought I was watching something else when the nuns showed up. Was that a mock to the recently released movie? Anyway, Arabella makes a good point about the leader. She looks like she’s up for something else. She probably has a connection with the nuns, so sending Penelope there may have a purpose in the future.

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    Salome G
    Salome G
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Rouge

    I don’t know if it were a reference to that movie or maybe a reference to The Town or just that they make effective scary costumes.

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    Bigfoot
    Bigfoot
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Rouge

    I think the leader of the cult is getting rich with what she is doing. It is like she has a contract with the different group of purgers and they pay her for the “sacrificial lambs”. The principle of giving their lives to free others from hate is just a facade of her business.

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    Stargazer
    Stargazer
    3 years ago

    Miguel’s story line is weak for me because the purgers doesn’t kill him, and he just passes through them like he was a ghost. It would be more entertaining (and satisfying when finally sees her sister) when he fights through the purgers.

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    Salome G
    Salome G
    3 years ago
    Reply to  Stargazer

    Yes, I’ve thought that was weird how purgers don’t seem interested in him.

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