'The Sympathizer' Episode 5 Takeaway: Suspense around Man escalates Captain's troubles
Contains spoilers for 'The Sympathizer'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Captain's (Hoa Xuande) ordeals as a spy have intrigued fans with a tangy twist of black comedy in the historical drama 'The Sympathizer', streaming on HBO.
In five episodes released so far, the narrative moves back and forth, showcasing his life as a refugee in LA as he continues his espionage duties while giving glimpses into his eventual fate in North Vietnam's prison.
What happens in North Vietnam prison in 'The Sympathizer' Episode 5?
In 'The Sympathizer' Episode 5, Captain's interrogation in prison continues. He is asked to chronicle his life's events in writing while also facing scrutiny from a commanding officer during cross-examination.
In agitation, Captain tells Commander to find Man (Duy Nguyễn) who might have moved up the ranks after the fall of Saigon. Captain believes that Man could vouch for Captain's credibility and identity as a spy for the North.
However, Commander tells Captain that they couldn't find anyone who matches Captain's description, thus escalating troubles for Captain, making it difficult for him to prove his loyalties.
Will Man's disappearance cause troubles for Captain in 'The Sympathizer'?
Back in LA, Bon believes that Man has been imprisoned by the North Vietnamese army. On the other hand, Captain, who knows that Man works for North, continues to send him Intel about General's (Toan Le) mission.
Despite Man's significance in the storyline, the character has been notably absent from the screen for the majority of episodes, making us wonder if he is even alive or not.
Moreover, with Commander's revelation to Captain, we are left to speculate whether Man is a triple agent and possibly the reason behind Captain's capture.
With the mystery surrounding Man still unresolved, anticipation for the next episode grows.
'The Sympathizer' is available to stream on HBO Max