Ep 2. Monkey Man
- TV14
- November 1, 2020
- 14 min
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8.4 (11)
Dream Corp LLC season 3 episode 2, titled "Monkey Man," introduces a new patient to the facility - a man with a strange affliction that causes him to transform into a giant monkey. Dr. Roberts and his team of eccentric scientists must find a way to cure him before his transformations become permanent.
As the patient, played by guest star Justin Long, undergoes treatment, the team must contend with their own interpersonal conflicts. The uptight Dr. Roberts clashes with his free-spirited colleague Dr. Donna, while the socially awkward T.E.R.R.Y. tries to impress a new robotic receptionist, played by Mary Lynn Rajskub.
While the patient's transformation into a monkey may seem like a fantastical gimmick, the episode uses it as a metaphor for mental illness and the struggles of feeling out of control. As the patient grapples with his inner demons, the Dream Corp LLC team must navigate their own emotional baggage to provide effective treatment.
Filled with surreal humor, offbeat characters, and imaginative visuals, "Monkey Man" is a standout episode of Dream Corp LLC's third season. With a mix of medical drama, science fiction, and surreal comedy, it offers a unique and engaging viewing experience that will leave viewers wanting more.