Episode 1 is all about the atmosphere. It sets up the academic rivalry between Joyce and Professor Carl Miller, the "rationalistic ass" who thinks her research is a joke. It reminds us that there is a world "under the skin" of our rational reality—one that is hot, liquid, and full of mysteries.
Did you find Dr. Reardon’s ambition inspiring or just plain reckless? Drop a comment below! Rose Red Part 1 Episode 1
As the episode ends, the team gathers at the gates. The house is waiting. It hasn't "fed" in a long time, and the psychics are the perfect meal. Episode 1 is all about the atmosphere