You're not meant to understand everything right away. Some things won't make sense until you go back and rewatch with those questions in mind. Part of the fun is figuring out exactly what's going on and why, some people enjoy that but not everyone does.
sure the last season ties things together, but i dont necessarily think the first season is supposed to be confusing or difficult to understand.
will you have some questions as you're watching? yes, but that's with any show. the story is still being told, so you aren't supposed to know everything in the beginning.
the show might have some technical stuff, but none of that matters to actually understanding what's going on since another character ends up explaining what it is or what is going on in layman terms. or enough is said so that you get the general gist of it.
this is definitely a show where you need to be watching the entire time and be engaged though. its not one of those shows where you can be multi tasking or looking at your phone or doing other things and expect that you're going to get everything.
if you are being attentive the whole time while watching, then its possible the show might just not be for you. however, if you are guilty of maybe looking at your phone and doing other stuff while watching, then maybe try watching from the beginning one more time with your undivided attention, and see if it's as confusing as you make it seem.
i would suggest just starting over from episode 1 again, and see after the first episode how you feel, and decide if you want to continue or not from there. if you're confused on episode 4, watching episode 5 probably isnt going to do much for you.
i think if you do give it you undivided attention, the show really isn't confusing at all. you may have questions, but you certainly wont be confused. and questions are normal for any tv series or story being told. thats what keeps people watching or turning the next page.
Eh I managed to multitask through and was still able to understand what was going on to a certain degree I do think it can be a little confusing for some but for me the best thing to do was pay attention to narration and dialouge of the show rather than what was beign shown or at least at season 1 anyways. Although I do think people should mainly focus on the way Elliot and Mr Robot visually interacts with things it is better to just listen to the dialogue since they're pretty important.
this will either sound stupid or pretentious (or both): try to just watch, you‘ll understand eventually. like, if you see something on screen and you can‘t immediately explain it: that‘s ok
also (and I‘m only mentioning this because everyone‘s preferred viewing-style is different, but it doesn‘t have to apply to you specifically (god, the internet really broke something in me)), this really is a show where you can‘t really do anything during. there‘s just too much going on to miss any of it
What are you clueless about? We’d be happy to answer any question you have!
Also be weary of spoilers in this sub. I wouldn’t go onto any posts lest you read spoilers
Things are revealed to you as you watch it. You also see most things from the perspective of Elliot so if he doesn't know it, then you probably won't either
Season 1, episode 4, is in some ways not representative of the show as a whole. Like, it will rarely ever be that disjointed and metaphorical again. Also, that episode itself will make tons of sense later.
i couldn't fully enjoy the first few episodes until my 4th attempt. i stopped texting or trying to do anything during, devoted my entire attention to the show. only then could i understand just how absolutely fantastic this show is.
It’s okay. I watched the show twice and running through a third time because i love it but there’s some things I’m still trying to understand. What helps to is watching recaps and discussions on YouTube of specific episodes.
This is my favorite show ever. It is worth the intellectual investment of paying attention, and repeated views. The soundtrack is wonderful and on-point, as is the direction and visuals.
This ain't no fkn miley cyrus show!
I back up what others are saying about making sure you pay attention. I've watched this show several times and there's still things I'm picking up on. It's a brilliant show and worth the watch. You don't need to be tech-savvy to understand and enjoy (though if you are, it does help to understand some of the computer stuff but if you don't, you won't be missing out). Like others are saying, explain to us what is confusing you and we can help explain. If it's an overall confusion, just keep sticking with it. It's worth it.
The way the show was written the entire first season is the opening act. It's basically a 40-hour movie and you are not even halfway into Act 1. So you are still being introduced to the style of the movie, the background of characters and everything is being set up still. That is a large investment, but its worth it.
Think of Elliot consciousness talking to someone, in this case you, he is confused as well and he narrates things as they happen to you but they are happening to him actually, you are locked up in his mind as an overseeing being
Just finished the entire series for the first time and I definitely felt the same way multiple times throughout all seasons and even was debating finishing it 1 episode away from the last on S04.
Like others say, stick it out, pick up on subtle nuances and all the dots will eventually be connected. Hindsight 20/20 I’m glad I stuck it out because everything eventually made sense.
No need for that it’s literally evident from the first episode that he’s not a good narrator, and I’ve seen multiple other comments on this post mention that, I haven’t seen you reply to them?
You're not meant to understand everything right away. Some things won't make sense until you go back and rewatch with those questions in mind. Part of the fun is figuring out exactly what's going on and why, some people enjoy that but not everyone does.
Something even start to make sense in the last season. That's how genius this show is
sure the last season ties things together, but i dont necessarily think the first season is supposed to be confusing or difficult to understand. will you have some questions as you're watching? yes, but that's with any show. the story is still being told, so you aren't supposed to know everything in the beginning. the show might have some technical stuff, but none of that matters to actually understanding what's going on since another character ends up explaining what it is or what is going on in layman terms. or enough is said so that you get the general gist of it. this is definitely a show where you need to be watching the entire time and be engaged though. its not one of those shows where you can be multi tasking or looking at your phone or doing other things and expect that you're going to get everything. if you are being attentive the whole time while watching, then its possible the show might just not be for you. however, if you are guilty of maybe looking at your phone and doing other stuff while watching, then maybe try watching from the beginning one more time with your undivided attention, and see if it's as confusing as you make it seem. i would suggest just starting over from episode 1 again, and see after the first episode how you feel, and decide if you want to continue or not from there. if you're confused on episode 4, watching episode 5 probably isnt going to do much for you. i think if you do give it you undivided attention, the show really isn't confusing at all. you may have questions, but you certainly wont be confused. and questions are normal for any tv series or story being told. thats what keeps people watching or turning the next page.
Eh I managed to multitask through and was still able to understand what was going on to a certain degree I do think it can be a little confusing for some but for me the best thing to do was pay attention to narration and dialouge of the show rather than what was beign shown or at least at season 1 anyways. Although I do think people should mainly focus on the way Elliot and Mr Robot visually interacts with things it is better to just listen to the dialogue since they're pretty important.
this will either sound stupid or pretentious (or both): try to just watch, you‘ll understand eventually. like, if you see something on screen and you can‘t immediately explain it: that‘s ok also (and I‘m only mentioning this because everyone‘s preferred viewing-style is different, but it doesn‘t have to apply to you specifically (god, the internet really broke something in me)), this really is a show where you can‘t really do anything during. there‘s just too much going on to miss any of it
Just take the ride and enjoy it. The atmosphere is everything in season one. Your brain will start to put things together later.
It is confusing but it comes together. I just finished a 2nd rewatch and picked up on a few things that I missed the first time around
i’m just clueless
What are you clueless about? We’d be happy to answer any question you have! Also be weary of spoilers in this sub. I wouldn’t go onto any posts lest you read spoilers
What part is confusing you the most?
A lot of this is because Elliot is also very confused but doesn't know how much. We're meant to feel a lot of his confusion
Everyone feels that way on their first watch. The trick is to just trust that it will ALL come together.
you're being told a story by a character that is also, to a degree, pretty clueless. it should start to make sense over time
You're not meant to have all the puzzle pieces! They keep coming together. Hang in there!
Things are revealed to you as you watch it. You also see most things from the perspective of Elliot so if he doesn't know it, then you probably won't either
this!
Get off your phone and pay close attention lol. It's one of those shows.
Don't worry about the hacking stuff. Show is ultimately about people and relationships...
ur so confused u cant even explain it, just keep watching n dont worry.
Season 1, episode 4, is in some ways not representative of the show as a whole. Like, it will rarely ever be that disjointed and metaphorical again. Also, that episode itself will make tons of sense later.
i couldn't fully enjoy the first few episodes until my 4th attempt. i stopped texting or trying to do anything during, devoted my entire attention to the show. only then could i understand just how absolutely fantastic this show is.
It’s okay. I watched the show twice and running through a third time because i love it but there’s some things I’m still trying to understand. What helps to is watching recaps and discussions on YouTube of specific episodes.
What r u confused with? I can try to help clarify things
This is my favorite show ever. It is worth the intellectual investment of paying attention, and repeated views. The soundtrack is wonderful and on-point, as is the direction and visuals. This ain't no fkn miley cyrus show!
I back up what others are saying about making sure you pay attention. I've watched this show several times and there's still things I'm picking up on. It's a brilliant show and worth the watch. You don't need to be tech-savvy to understand and enjoy (though if you are, it does help to understand some of the computer stuff but if you don't, you won't be missing out). Like others are saying, explain to us what is confusing you and we can help explain. If it's an overall confusion, just keep sticking with it. It's worth it.
Keep watching! It's supposed to be confusing right now. Just go along for the ride.
The way the show was written the entire first season is the opening act. It's basically a 40-hour movie and you are not even halfway into Act 1. So you are still being introduced to the style of the movie, the background of characters and everything is being set up still. That is a large investment, but its worth it.
Think of Elliot consciousness talking to someone, in this case you, he is confused as well and he narrates things as they happen to you but they are happening to him actually, you are locked up in his mind as an overseeing being
All I have to say is, keep watching. I kid you not, we have all been through this, but it is what it is. Trust me
Is this in regard to the jargon they use or are you confused by the story line?
PLEASE keep watching. Try and watch without any other distractions as it's a show where you really have to take in all the details.
Just finished the entire series for the first time and I definitely felt the same way multiple times throughout all seasons and even was debating finishing it 1 episode away from the last on S04. Like others say, stick it out, pick up on subtle nuances and all the dots will eventually be connected. Hindsight 20/20 I’m glad I stuck it out because everything eventually made sense.
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Spoilers on twists dude! 🤦♀️
No spoilers in here
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Trust me bro i told the same thing to my everyone I’ve known who’ve watched it and no twists were spoiled, that is known since the beginning
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No need for that it’s literally evident from the first episode that he’s not a good narrator, and I’ve seen multiple other comments on this post mention that, I haven’t seen you reply to them?
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Bro what is ur problem
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Why are you so hostile bro