The Severance writer and cast on corporate cults, sci-fi, and more
Briefly

Season 2 of Severance builds on its unique concept of memory separation between work and home, revealing deeper thematic connections between corporate structures and cult dynamics. Showrunner Dan Erickson and cast members hint at intentional influences from cult documentaries, enhancing the narrative's critique of social control and power plays. As the series progresses, it uncovers additional layers of satire that resonate with real-world experiences of working in various corporate environments, making it a multifaceted exploration of societal mechanisms that govern behavior.
Severance's exploration of corporate culture in season 2 reveals deep parallels with social control mechanisms found in cults, showcasing inventive storytelling through character duality.
Read at Ars Technica
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