Ep 3. The Locked Room

In True Detective season 1 episode 3, titled "The Locked Room," detectives Rust Cohle (Matthew McConaughey) and Martin Hart (Woody Harrelson) continue their investigation into the murder of Dora Lange. The episode opens with a flashback to 1995, where we see Cohle and Hart interview a meth cook named Ginger to get information on Reggie Ledoux, a possible suspect in the murder.

Back in 2012, Cohle and Hart continue to question suspects and review evidence. They visit the Tuttle family, who played a prominent role in the previous episode. Reverend Billy Lee Tuttle is supportive of their investigation, but his cousin, Sheriff Steve Geraci, provides little help and tries to shut the detectives down. Cohle and Hart also find a connection between the murders and a school where many of the victims worked.

A major event in the episode is when Cohle and Hart discover a hidden room in the home of one of their suspects. Inside, they find disturbing evidence that links the suspect to the murders. This discovery leads to a chase scene and a tense confrontation with the suspect.

We also see more of Cohle and Hart's personal lives in this episode. Hart's wife Maggie (Michelle Monaghan) becomes suspicious of her husband's late nights and distant behavior. Cohle, meanwhile, meets up with an old friend and drug dealer, which leads to an unsettling encounter and further insight into Cohle's past.

Overall, "The Locked Room" is a gripping episode that furthers the investigation and raises new questions for the audience. The tension builds throughout, and the discoveries made by Cohle and Hart keep the viewer engaged. The personal lives of the characters add depth and complexity to the story, making it a well-rounded episode.