The Sympathizer

In “The Sympathizer,” we know from the very beginning that The Captain would eventually return to Vietnam, only to be interrogated by those he had been spying for. Episode 6 detailed his involvement in the General’s ill-fated mission to reclaim the country from the Communists. Episode 7, reveals the aftermath. Let’s see what happened further … Read more

In the fourth episode of “The Sympathizer” on Max, the Captain navigates the complexities of cultural consultation on Nicos’ film set. Nicos sticks to his goal despite the Captain’s criticisms of his representation of non-Americans. As Nicos’s artistic views clash with the Captain’s worries, tensions rise. In the end, the Captain is seriously hurt while … Read more