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Dune actress Rebecca Ferguson has shared her journey regarding the reading of Frank Herbert’s classic. While she admits that she has yet to complete the book, her commitment to delving into the source material of her Apple TV+ series, Silo, is markedly different.
“I did all the research I could and read all the books. What I found interesting was how I loved the world in the silo,” Ferguson stated in a 2023 interview with Deadline. “I love the world of not knowing and then gradually opening up the possibility of getting out. What does that do to our psyche? It’s not about why we’re locked in, but more about what’s out there?”
In Silo Season 2, viewers follow Ferguson’s character, engineer Juliette “Jules” Nichols, as she ventures outside the confines of the underground world depicted in the first season. She uncovers the existence of multiple silos scattered throughout the desolate post-apocalyptic landscape.
The series draws its inspiration from Hugh Howey’s celebrated sci-fi novels, with the first season only partially covering the initial book, Wool. This sets the stage for Season 2, which aims to dive deeper into the remaining plotlines. For those catching up, here’s a succinct summary of Wool to prepare you for the latest episodes, premiering on November 15.
Unearthing The Mystery
Having seen Silo Season 1, viewers are familiar with the key moments from the first part of the novel. Juliette, an engineer, is appointed as the new sheriff of her underground community, which is governed by strict rules that enforce the belief that stepping outside equates to certain death.
However, underlying tensions hint that the silo’s leadership may be hiding crucial truths to prevent unrest. This leads to Juliette’s exile by Bernard, the acting mayor and head of IT, who harbors suspicions of her intentions.
Despite the odds, Juliette survives her banishment by donning a specially designed suit, unlike the others, whose suits failed to protect them from the toxic air. Upon discovering that other silos exist, she eventually infiltrates one and meets Solo, a recluse whose community has disbanded.
Juliette’s World Expands
In this new environment, Juliette builds a relationship with Lukas, who collaborates with Bernard in the IT department. Lukas learns that Bernard’s draconian measures stem not only from his beliefs about maintaining the silo but also his allegiance to a larger organization known for obliterating defiant underground societies.
While Juliette is away, a rebellion ignites, resulting in Bernard’s demise. After aiding Solo in his silo (Silo 17), Juliette returns to her own (Silo 18) and is elected mayor. With her newfound power, she aims to enlighten her community about the true conditions of the world above.
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