Here, in Russell Wellington, we have a character who has tried to put his ugly past behind him. Like Celeste Middleton, he’s split himself in two. He’s hidden away the monster, but the duality remains.
It can be seen in an office split between stark black and white. Symbols of wealth, prosperity and recognition housed alongside alcohol and cars.
It can be seen in a handshake between figures in dark and light hovering just over his shoulder.
He is a man who builds homes. He’s created his own environment. He lives in a cage of his own making. We can see it in the bars that shutter him in.
Charlie, too, has found a way into the cage.
But also a way out, busting through the bars. Wellington and Middleton – both city names. The town of Welling and the town of Middle. Russell chose the path to rejecting his duality. It did not end well for him. Celeste accepted a middle way. She accepted her duality and forgave herself. She destroyed the cage and found a way out.
Charlie: “I forgive you Dean.”
Dean: “Yeah, well, I don’t.”
Charlie: “I know. That’s kind of your move. How’s that working out for you, huh?”
Dean: “I’m so sorry, kiddo.”
Charlie: “Then prove it.”
Will Dean?
Hearseeno 