Ep 2.
- September 29, 2015
The show Mar de plastico, which means “Sea of Plastic” in English, is a Spanish crime thriller set in a town in Almería that has been plagued by the arrival of plastic greenhouses that have destroyed the local environment. The show follows the lives of the town’s inhabitants and the police officers tasked with investigating a murder that has shocked the community.
In season 1 episode 2, titled “El Hombre del Paraguas” or “The Man with the Umbrella,” the investigation into the murder of the mayor’s daughter continues as the police try to piece together the events leading up to her death. The main suspect is the victim’s ex-boyfriend, but the investigation takes a surprising turn when the victim’s father is found to have financial ties to the local drug trade.
Meanwhile, tensions are simmering in the town as the local farmers protest against the construction of a new plastic greenhouse that they believe will exacerbate the environmental problems already facing the community. The protests turn violent when a group of masked men attack the construction site, causing serious damage and injuring several people.
As the police try to maintain order in the town, they are hampered by the corrupt local power structures and a lack of resources. The officers are under pressure from the mayor to solve the murder quickly, but they are also trying to uncover the truth about the town’s criminal activities.
The episode is full of action and tension as the police try to untangle the complex web of relationships and motives that surround the murder. The show’s focus on the environmental issues facing the town adds a unique twist to the typical crime thriller formula, and the acting is top-notch, with many of the show’s cast members winning awards for their performances.
Overall, season 1 episode 2 of Mar de plastico is a compelling and suspenseful installment in a series that is sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. It is a must-watch for fans of crime thrillers and those who are interested in exploring the intersection of environmentalism and crime.
