Ep 5. The Fort

La Brea season 1 episode 5, “The Fort”, explores the aftermath of last week's cliffhanger ending. After the earthquakes that trapped half of the group in the other side of the sinkhole, with no means for communication, the mystery surrounding La Brea only deepens.

With the help of a newly introduced character, the survivors on the other side of the sinkhole, including the heartbroken and confused Gavin, who lost his wife in the chaos, set out to establish a safe zone. Their goal is to excavate a nearby concrete building, which they named The Fort, to use as a shelter. As they start digging, they realize that the building might not be as secure as they initially thought, and the soil surrounding it is unpredictable.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the sinkhole, Eve, Nathan, and the others must sort out their priorities, as they are running low on food and water and cannot wait any longer for the rescuers to arrive. The relationship between the characters is put to the test as they argue about the best course of action. Some want to explore the surroundings, while others believe they should stay close to the sinkhole and wait for help to come.

As night falls, the situation on both sides becomes more dangerous. The group at The Fort stumbles upon an unexpected obstacle that threatens to derail their plans, while the other group argues about the best way to fend off predators that roam the area. With a storm approaching and tensions rising, the fate of both groups seems uncertain.

Back in the world we know, the family and friends of the trapped individuals struggle to find answers. A local reporter gets drawn into the mystery as she starts sniffing around, looking for clues as to what might have caused the sinkhole and why it has trapped so many in its depths.

Overall, La Brea season 1 episode 5, “The Fort”, takes us deeper into the world of the show by fleshing out the characters, their relationships, and the challenges they face. As the mysteries of La Brea slowly unravel, we are left wondering what will happen next, who will survive, and what secrets the sinkhole holds.