As a seasoned gamer who has survived countless virtual wars and unexpected plot twists, I must admit that The Penguin has left me spellbound with its unpredictable narrative. The show’s ability to make me emotionally invest in characters like Sofia Falcone and Sal Maroni only to see them meet untimely ends is a testament to its masterful storytelling.
If you haven’t yet watched all episodes of “The Penguin,” beware that this narrative may reveal key plot points, so it would be best to pause here.
Here’s one word that I think you can use to describe The Penguin through the seven episodes of the first season: Unpredictable. Few probably thought that they’d emotionally side with Sofia Falcone (Cristin Milioti) until they watched the downfall of the crime boss’s daughter in The Penguin Episode 4. Then there was Sofia’s decision to murder the majority of her family members, as well as crime boss Johnny Viti (Michael Kelly), whom she shot point blank in the back of the skull. Even though we are primed to expect surprises, few of us could have predicted that Salvatore Maroni (Clancy Brown) would drop dead of a heart attack mid fight against Oz Cobb (Colin Farrell), preventing the mafioso from bringing the full weight of justice down on the Penguin.
In a bit of a letdown, Oz’s victory over Sal seemed possible for a brief instant, despite Sal being enraged. Given Oz’s actions – burning Sal’s wife and child to death – this anger was justified. With the hammer poised against Oz, Sal’s fate was uncertain until Episode 7 of The Penguin concluded with his untimely demise. After the show’s seventh episode aired, I had the chance to discuss Clancy Brown’s role on the series and his character’s unexpected end. When I posed the question of who might have emerged victorious in the fight if Sal hadn’t suffered a heart attack, Brown pondered and shared his thoughts with TopMob.
As a dedicated fan who’s had the pleasure of witnessing their clash, I can confidently assert that if given the chance, it would be Sal who ultimately prevails. His intense loathing and raw emotion fuel an unstoppable force. It’s like he’s simmering with rage towards Oz, a hatred so profound it’s palpable. And in my opinion, such relentless fury often proves victorious. That’s why I believe Colin crafted that poignant monologue at the end of their confrontation – to express Sal’s frustration and dissatisfaction with the outcome. The scene was undeniably intense, leaving a lasting impact on me.
In brief, my disappointment over Sal Maroni’s outcome stems from the fact that Oz usually finds a way to escape tricky predicaments. However, in this particular fight, it seemed like fate intervened and removed Sal from the equation for Oz, which was an unexpected twist given the show’s usual brutal nature. When I questioned Clancy Brown about his feelings towards how Maroni was written off, he responded professionally: “I can confirm that I had some reservations regarding the manner in which the character of Sal Maroni was concluded.
By then, I have full faith in both the authors and the director. Neither is about Sal, but rather Oz. I believe that the character’s frustration plays a crucial role, serving as a significant motivation.
What causes him to act? We’ll discover the answer shortly, as The Penguin approaches its end on Sunday night. This show is one of the top-notch productions currently airing on HBO, so ensure your Max subscription is current, and get ready for the finale of this remarkable DC tale, which is just around the corner.
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2024-11-06 23:37