The Penguin has the most shocking TV moment of 2024

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As a seasoned gamer and TV enthusiast with over two decades of immersion in the digital realm, I can confidently say that The Penguin has left an indelible mark on my emotional landscape. This show, much like a certain game where you can never escape the clutches of Moria, has drawn me in with its captivating storytelling and complex characters.

At the conclusion of “The Penguin”, Oz Cobb emerges as the undisputed ruler, but his ascension to power was marred by the loss of the audience’s empathy, particularly following an incredibly poignant scene that served as a stark reminder of his true nature – a villain.

2024’s standout TV series have hit viewers hard emotionally: for instance, Baby Reindeer, particularly Episode 4, delves deep into Donny’s trauma; X-Men ’97 portrays a tragic Genosha massacre where Rogue holds Gambit’s lifeless body and mutters “I can’t feel you”; and Masters of the Air features numerous gruesome deaths that resonate with bloodcurdling screams.

At first glance, The Penguin didn’t appear to be deeply affecting or distressing; given its origin as a Gotham gangster turned legendary nemesis of Batman, one might anticipate brutal betrayals and brutality. However, what surprised everyone was its capacity to evoke strong emotions rather than just physical violence.

How wrong we were: it was often incredibly (and grimly) affecting, whether it was Oz’s Oedipal commitment to his mom leading to his mother’s death, the tragedy of Sofia Fal– sorry, Gigante, or most of all, the doomed arc of Victor Aguilar, Oz’s right-hand carjacker-turned-ally. 

Victor’s death in The Penguin is unforgivable

Victor entered Oz’s world with little to call his own – scarcely any friends, no relatives, unemployed, and residing in a rundown neighborhood that barely qualified as home. In his questionable yet compassionate manner, Oz provided him with a reason to exist and the courage to stand tall, be it managing a club filled with illicit substances or entrusting him with the care of his mother; he occupied a place instead of attempting to blend into obscurity.

At the end, Oz declared that they were the only ones remaining. Throughout this time, Victor stood by his side unwaveringly, witnessing Oz’s darkest moments. They relied on one another… which is why Oz was compelled to take Victor’s life.

As we approached the final episode, a number of us, including myself, believed Victor was about to meet his end. I had anticipated Sofia might kill him as retaliation against Oz or that Oz would betray him for self-preservation. However, it turned out that he was brutally murdered by Oz in cold blood with no weapons involved.

It’s tough to observe, even now. Vic tells Oz that he feels like kin, and you can see the mental gear shift in his mind. “Oh no,” he blurts out as the harshness of what he believes he must do becomes clear. He wraps an arm around him, expressing gratitude for their meeting and stating that he couldn’t have accomplished any of it without his assistance.

Yet, as he elaborates, family is your motivation, yet it may weaken you. Such a bond hinders his ability to prosper as a powerful figure. He draws him nearer and encircles his neck, strangling Vic on the riverbank, pleading for mercy while he slowly fades away.

The situation worsens dramatically: as Vic collapses to the ground, Oz retrieves his wallet, swipes his money, and discards his driver’s license into the water. In the unlikely event that he is discovered, there’s a possibility no one will be able to recognize him; he becomes just another corpse in Gotham, destined to decay on the riverbanks or be bundled anonymously within an unmarked body bag.

In the series, Oz wasn’t someone I admired prior to this particular scene, but his actions carried a strange sense of dark satisfaction. For instance, he pinned the blame for a Maroni gang member’s death on Sofia’s rude assistant, acted cruelly by setting Maroni’s son ablaze to make a point, and his decision to send Sofia back to Arkham, saying “You’re going straight to hell, sweetheart,” was truly appalling in its maliciousness.

1) Victor’s demise wasn’t just surprising – it brought an unexpected yet crucial understanding. Oz may appear monstrous, and indeed he has always been so, but his rise to power was fueled by insecurities we all share: feelings of aimlessness, insignificance, and a yearning for something more.

His connection with Vic demonstrated his humanness, despite its complexities and moodiness; however, contrary to Oz’s assertion, it ultimately proved fruitless in the end.

Meanwhile, let’s delve into what we currently understand about The Batman 2, uncover the story behind The Penguin’s moniker, and discover the key requirement for a second season of The Penguin.

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2024-11-27 21:36