The Penguin: A Gotham City Flood and a Disturbing Truth

The HBO Max series "The Penguin" has gotten a lot of buzz, giving fans of "The Batman" a wild, unexpected adventure.

The show, taking place directly after Matt Reeves' "The Batman," film dives deeper into Gotham City's underground, but as episode three airs, it focuses on a familiar face: Victor Aguilar. We are getting some major developments, too.

The Penguin Episode 3:

In "The Penguin", a drug has just been introduced to Gotham City.

As you might expect in a Batman storyline. Gotham gets another interesting dose of something shady - Oz Cobb, (The Penguin),, is getting to work as he gets ready to spread a new drug called Bliss, and Sofia Falcone makes this one of the big events, giving those in Gotham a high.

Audiences are getting to know all about Victor Aguilar!

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Behind The Scenes:

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Craig Zobel was one of the biggest contributors, directing and helping to produce this series!

We're getting an awesome insight into "The Penguin' as Zobel shared the process of creating that key scene in episode three, the one that got everyone watching!

Zobel gives a fantastic peek at what they had to do when re-imagining a key moment: that iconic "Gotham" flood!
Zobel explained the special setup! A "sea wall", but they made it in an incredibly cool "Chinatown" location.
To be in these special locations allowed the whole team to be incredibly creative.
They made everything so compelling for audiences that have seen "The Batman."

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A Disturbing Truth

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Those watching this episode of "The Penguin" get a good feel of the real impact that "Gotham's" devastation left in its aftermath, specifically on the mind of Victor.

For anyone who has a sensitive nature to events like the devastating flood, it was a heavy moment to see.

In the club, there are big clues, too. As he tries to keep his memories at bay. You see how it deeply impacted him. This may be a result of what took place during "The Batman." and even those that didn't know the extent of how bad that really was. The show makes a major statement, and really shows how it all comes together to make Victor the way he is, as you can't escape a reality, even as Victor gets some help from "Oz."

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Oz And Victor's Relationship:

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Even though we only had three episodes. It is a powerful dynamic in the show.

Zobel described it this way- as almost like a father and son.

What makes Victor so relatable is the fact that Victor really does feel as if Oz is someone who he can depend upon. There is this amazing level of care, even if you know what "Oz" has done in "The Batman." Audiences got a chance to understand, with that depth that only "HBO" can really pull off! As you watch "Oz" continue on this journey! And the series develops. It may just get to a point where the roles reverse, as we start to see how much Victor may influence "Oz.

It looks like the actors, Colin Farrell as "Oz," and "Rhenzy Feliz,", are bringing their amazing talent and experience, to make their relationship even more profound as fans watch their storyline come to life. Even if you haven't gotten to see it, those who see "Oz" will probably see an epic, memorable change as he learns the importance of getting involved with the very people he's seeking to control.

Oz As A Mob Leader:

Oz Cobb/The Penguin (Colin Farrell) trying to gain Sofia's (Cristin Milioti) sympathy in The Penguin Season 1 Episode 2 Image

The series explores what "Oz" truly feels as he sets his path toward taking over Gotham!

Zobel discusses the way that "Oz" realizes just how valuable being connected to Gotham City is and just what this connection gives him to help build an empire!

A Special Partnership

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"Sofia and "Oz" have some major drama and it seems to just get more intense!

Zobel discussed the power that they brought to the set and the unique, compelling performances, including an incredibly touching scene where "Oz" gets all emotional.

This gives a strong sense of connection! For those who love all the twists and turns of the series it truly gets into those emotional depths as this dynamic begins to shift even further. We really start to see that even with this powerful partnership! The question lingers as to how much it really impacts the relationship moving forward as "Oz" feels guilt. He has this very dark side as well. That was evident by him taking action and getting Sofia's brother, Alberto taken out!

A Unique Drug

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It looks like this show and the world of "The Batman is pushing things forward as we've gotten into Gotham in a more intense way! That includes a new and unique drug in this world of crime. Zobel shared why there's this "joy" from "Bliss!". There is a great element of being caught up with this new drug, with its purpose. It's a big statement as this new adaptation comes back to something that we are used to in the comic book world. But "Bliss" goes beyond the conventional!

The Future of The Penguin:

It may come to an end with this installment but it sounds like Zobel has some exciting moments!

Zobel says that the journey is so fulfilling!
He wants to see the entire "Batman" universe really get fleshed out.
"Zobel thinks we will see "Matt Reeves" really dive into that world with these exciting adaptations.
The "Oz Cobb" series was not an epic disappointment! This series gave a chance to watch as he moves to dominate Gotham's underworld.
He teases that fans will learn a lot more about "Oz" and the true state of his relationship with "Sofia" after those intense moments!

To make things even more exciting! Tune in to "The Penguin" and catch this show! This might give you some deeper insight into the world of Gotham City! The best part is there will be a lot more moments of what "Oz" and "Sofia" will experience!

It seems that "HBO is not just on the scene to make a huge impact for all of those who love crime, or those who want a bit of a "The Batman" vibe.

And what a cool experience, that you are able to check it out. Get ready because as you watch all "The Penguin" unfolds!

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