Here`s the latest theories about HBO`s True Detective from the internet hive mind When True Detective debuted back in 2014, it was critically acclaimed, a grim detective thriller about dark secrets and the damaged people who keep them.But then, Season 2 went off the rails; whereas Season 1 was lean, focused, and sharply edited, Season 2 was a messy sprawl that kept adding side characters and side plots long after losing the audience`s patience.The first two episodes of Season 3, which debuted on Sunday, January 13, represent a return to form. The plot, which focuses around the kidnapping of two young children, is the sort of personal, close-to-home story that viewers can relate to. Detective Wayne Hays (played by Mahershala Ali) is perfectly cast. Ali plays Hays at three different stages in his life: at the time of the crime, a decade after the crime, and the modern day. Every iteration of this character is portrayed with depth and sensitivity.Here are some current theories on True Detective; it`s a combination of our personal insights plus the theorycrafting of superfans on Reddit. And caution: Massive spoilers ahead! 1. The Paternity Theory Tom, the father of the two children, has a difficult, estranged relationship with his wife Lucy. At his son Will`s funeral, Tom`s parents spill the beans: There`s suspicion and rumors that Julie might not be Tom`s daughter. If so, maybe Julie`s real father is responsible for taking her and killing her brother. And perhaps Lucy knows something that she`s not telling.It`s worth speculating if Dan, Lucy`s cousin, is the father. But regardless, there`s a good chance he`s connected to the crime. During his search of Tom`s house, Wayne discovered a peephole drilled into the wall that connects Will`s room (where Dan was crashing for awhile) to Julie`s room. It`s extremely gross, and it`s a massive indicator that something is amiss. 2. The Amelia Theory One of the leading theories at the moment is that Amelia, the English ...
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