True Detective 2 A Review of the Evidence

An analysis of the True Detective universe and its connections to DARK CITY. This is a chapter from the second installment, a continuation of Chaos, Cosmic Horror and the Female Psyche. This chapter examines the undeniable evidence of a conspiracy in True Detective's first season and the irrational reactions of the investigators. A comprehensive review of the evidence gathered by Rust and Marty is presented to demonstrate the level of mental gymnastics performed by the state police to see Rust Cohle as the perpetrator of the crimes. Even in the overwhelming evidence of a conspiracy, the detectives 'bend the narrative' in a manner eerily reminiscent of people's reactions in Dark City when confronted with allegations of crimes committed by people in powerful positions. Come gaze once again into the black mirror.....