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Hi michel! Thanks for the comments. I want to add that I think your themes regarding Buddism especially is spot on. Survivor LOVES to incorporate the culture of the area where they shoot, and this clearly is significant, with all the nods of the temples, etc. I love the Karma note, and it specifically ties in with the second chances theme. I love all your references, I just don't know enough about Buddism to comment much on it. But, I definitely love to hear your observations and how they tie the players to this particular season. Well done!
Vytas' and Shirin's story's did come full circle in their boot episodes.
You could be right about the baby monkey, but I definitely seemed to notice him more in association with Spencer. I will have to pay more attention, but regardless perhaps he's significant in that he heralds one that is learning a lesson, or perhaps is about to learn his lesson? Just as the snake represents some kind of sinister spin of some kind, either at camp or at TC. And, we love the spiders too. I specifically recall John Mesch as the howler monkey in B v W2, and Matty was the bird in Gabon. Interesting to note that those with some kind of animal symbolism or association have been longer term players?
The whole beauty of editing is that there is no right or wrongs and it's all how one sees it, and how individuals with their own perspectives and biases interpret what is shown. But, the other side of the coin is the story the producers want to show and tell to the audience. You are amazing at the latter! Thanks!
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