Ep 3. Mommy

In American Horror Story season 5 episode 3 titled "Mommy," viewers are introduced to the legendary character, The Countess, played by Lady Gaga. The episode focuses on the backstory of her character and her past relationship with one of her lovers, Donovan (played by Matt Bomer). The Countess also takes steps to secure her future by planning for a child, with the help of a surrogate mother.

The episode opens with a flashback to the 1920s, where The Countess is living as a wealthy socialite with her husband, James March (Evan Peters), in a lavish mansion. She is shown to have a deep love for luxury and fashion, and her love of excess ultimately leads to her descent into a life of vampirism.

In present day, The Countess and Donovan are shown in a strained relationship, with Donovan feeling neglected and The Countess obsessed with finding a new lover to replace him. Meanwhile, Ramona Royale (Angela Bassett), one of The Countess' former lovers, vows revenge against her for turning her into a vampire and then abandoning her.

The episode takes a darker turn when a drug addict named Gabriel (Max Greenfield) is brought into the hotel by Sally (Sarah Paulson), who lures him in with promises of drugs and sex. Gabriel is ultimately killed and taken by The Countess, who plans to use his body as a surrogate for her and Donovan's child. This plot thread adds a layer of disturbing horror to the episode and adds a layer of depth to The Countess' character.

Other plotlines in the episode include a rivalry between the hotel's current owner, Will Drake (Cheyenne Jackson), and his interior decorator, Liz Taylor (Denis O'Hare). Their feud leads to a dramatic confrontation that reveals more about Liz Taylor's past and character.

Overall, "Mommy" is a suspenseful and disturbing episode that deepens the mythology of American Horror Story's fifth season. The Countess' backstory is fleshed out, while her obsession with finding a child offers new horrors for the series to explore. Meanwhile, the rivalry between Will Drake and Liz Taylor adds a touch of dark humor to the episode. Fans of the show's horror and suspense elements will not be disappointed by this installment.