Silo season 2 episode 3 review: Deceit leads to rebellion

As a seasoned viewer of post-apocalyptic dramas, I must say that “Silo” is quickly becoming one of my favorites. The way it weaves together the struggles and survival stories of different characters from various silos is nothing short of mesmerizing.

As you tell more untruths, those lies tend to come undone – a challenge that Bernard faces in the third episode of Silo’s second season. Simultaneously, Juliette is seeking clarity.

Caution: This post contains SPOILERS from Silo season 2 episode 3

In dystopian societies, leaders clinging to power often trigger uprisings. Bernard understands this dynamic all too well. However, the structure of his confined environment within the silo prevents him from disclosing the truth.

It’s evident that he’s hiding something, given Judge Meadows’ prior experience as his assistant. Her knowledge goes deeper due to this past role, and it seems strange that she hasn’t opted for the memory-loss pill mentioned by Sims in the episode. Perhaps she yearns to forget yet cherishes remembering certain things. She’ll likely hold onto those mementos as well.

Billings starts to question more in Silo season 2 episode 3

Billings appeared to be a strict deputy who was well-versed in the details of The Pact and strictly adhered to the law. Yet, Juliette’s actions caused him to ponder certain aspects. It’s important not to follow blindly; a touch of challenging authority can be beneficial.

It’s particularly true in such situations when you come to understand that those in authority might be misusing their position. The reports from all the Raiders who were tasked with locating Juliette generally concur. Many of them claim to have heard Juliette express a desire to go outside. However, one Raider admits that she didn’t hear Juliette say that particular phrase explicitly.

Billings is aware of the proper course of events. In case there’s any uncertainty about someone’s desire to step outdoors, a hearing should take place. No one should be forced outside if they haven’t explicitly stated so, and Billings knows for certain that Juliette informed him she didn’t express such a wish.

In this episode, Meadows appears to plant a hint of uncertainty for Billings regarding the report. Eager to view the document herself, Meadows finds it unusual yet Billings chooses not to challenge the judge. As Meadows listens to the lone Raider’s statement, she seems self-assured that Juliette never made such a claim. Though she doesn’t explicitly tell Billings, there are many unspoken thoughts suggesting this assumption.

Bernard needs Meadows’ help in Silo

As a passionate admirer, I find myself resonating with Meadows’ longing. It turns out she possesses relics displaying glimpses of her past. The faces in these videos are unfamiliar to me, or so it seems. What she cherishes is not the people themselves but the vibrant life they portrayed, a life that thrived beyond our immediate surroundings. Yearning for an authentic taste of that experience, Meadows seeks to tread more than 200 feet in one direction, eager to immerse herself in the world she’s only seen on screen.

It’s quite understandable why some individuals yearn for stepping outdoors, even though they are aware it might lead to their demise. The allure of exploring the world beyond their confined space – a silo in this case – seems irresistible. Interestingly, Meadows had never expressed any desire to venture outside until she witnessed Juliette climb over the hill. This implies that Meadows has long been aware of the toxic air, but only recently discovered a potential escape route and a glimmer of hope for survival.

Bernard is taking steps to prevent Meadows from progressing, though he doesn’t show it openly. For instance, he fits her for a suit but chooses not to document any measurements. I believe his reluctance to record it could be due to avoiding official records, but I also think it’s because he wants to avoid actually making the suit. He values Meadows too much to lose her. She represents an opportunity to maintain order within the silo.

Tension is escalating, as individuals are marking “JL” across the silo, which stands for “Juliette Lives.” Bernard understands the potential danger this poses and aims to prevent an uprising. He recalls Silo 17, where he believes Juliette might be hiding, assuming it’s empty due to its disuse over several decades. If only they knew the truth about what transpires within that silo.

Instead of resorting to force, Meadows persuades Bernard that such an approach won’t work in quelling the rebellion. It only escalates tension and stirs up more chaos. A different strategy is needed.

Indeed, it’s troubling that the Mechanical faction is split over their next course of action, which unfortunately results in poor Cooper’s demise. It seems this discord might bring Knox and Shirley closer together, as they clandestinely reunite in a hidden tunnel. Here, Knox believes he has finally deciphered the significance of the names inscribed within the tunnel.

A significant part of me thinks that Knox is inclined towards instigating a revolt, but he aspires for it to be proper and well-orchestrated. The impulsive fury and immediate response won’t serve anyone’s interests. Instead, they need to stay united in their approach moving forward. Ideally, this uprising should emulate the American Revolution rather than the Jacobite Uprisings, which were less successful.

In addition, we see smaller acts of defiance cropping up elsewhere too. As we saw at the start of the series, Dr. Nichols, Juliette’s father, is ordered to remove a woman’s birth control. However, he receives a warning not to do so, hinting at the silo’s absolute authority. Yet, being Dr. Nichols, he doesn’t comply with the rules. Instead, it seems he’s embarking on his own quiet rebellion without even realizing it. Perhaps he’s become disenchanted enough with the system that he’s grown careless about following its rules. Although it may be easy to trace his actions, maybe he no longer feels bound by them.

Juliette learns more about the silos

In Silo 17, we spent a while there, and it was during this time that we learned it’s indeed Silo 17. Solo, on the other hand, would occasionally leave food outside his locked room for Juliette to consume. This action wasn’t driven by compassion or friendship, but rather a need to prove her existence. Confirming she consumed the food was how he could verify that Juliette was real.

It tells us a lot more about Solo. He’s been on his own for some time. While it’s clear there have been people after him—we can tell from the fresher bodies outside the locked room and the writing on the wall—Solo hasn’t allowed people into the room with him. Seclusion is a form of torture. It leads to people seeing things because our minds don’t want us to be alone. There’s a reason why seclusion is used as a severe punishment in prisons.

Through Solo expressing his doubt about Juliette’s reality, we can infer his mental state. Steve Zahn brilliantly embodies Solo. Readers of the books will recognize Solo’s solitary past, but this isn’t necessary to understand. The decay on the bodies reveals a life lived in isolation. This character seems to be both childlike and an adult who has aged alone – a thought that tugs at the heartstrings. I was anxious about how the show would handle such a sensitive topic, but my concerns are now alleviated.

Upon discovering Juliette is genuine, I find myself torn between inviting her in and keeping my distance. She appears kind-hearted, obeying the rule of not opening the door, and she’s forthright about being from another silo. She also emphasizes the dire consequences for her people if they don’t clean regularly. It breaks her heart to see them suffer, yet she needs help creating a suit to return outside.

There is so much information for Juliette to take in. She learns about there being 50 silos and Solo wants to know which one she came from. She learns that a failed cleaning led to a rebellion in Silo 17. Now she has all this information and little hope of getting back to her own home. As much as she hates Bernard, her love for her family is greater.

Initially, Solo seems inclined to assist but prefers to maintain his solitude. Eventually, he acknowledges the value of this newfound human connection and decides to venture out, going as far as approaching the bridge, yet feeling a slight tremor of fear. His situation resembles that of someone with agoraphobia; his secluded space has been a sanctuary for him over the years, serving as his home. The silo he once knew is now an unfamiliar landscape, and he’s petrified to delve into it.

Juliette demonstrates her compassionate character by remaining patient with him. She understands his struggles, deciphering them from some of his spoken words, messages on the wall, and the grim scene outside. Life has not been easy for either of them, yet she possesses only a fragment of the whole story. Simultaneously, she requires Solo’s assistance.

I’m eagerly anticipating delving deeper into Solo’s tale, and I truly hope that the second season of Silo provides us with more details. It would be fascinating to learn about the ways he managed to endure, as his narrative is filled with turmoil.

Silo airs on Fridays on Apple TV+.

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2024-11-27 20:28