Ep 8. What?! Dreams May Come?!

Purgatony season 1 episode 8, titled "What?! Dreams May Come?!", follows the story of Tony Pergatelli, a hapless everyman who has found himself in purgatory after his untimely demise. In this particular episode, Tony is tasked with helping a new soul navigate the complexities of the afterlife.

The episode begins with Tony receiving a new assignment from his supervisor, the highly efficient and always-in-control Sadie. He is to help a new arrival named Reese, a young woman who passed away in her sleep, navigate this strange new world. As Tony grumbles about his new duties, Sadie reminds him of his own struggles to understand the rules of purgatory when he first arrived.

Despite his initial reluctance, Tony soon finds himself bonding with Reese. She is a kind and cheerful young woman who seems remarkably unfazed by the fact that she is dead. As they explore the various parts of purgatory, Tony is amazed by Reese's unshakeable positive attitude.

However, things take a turn for the strange when Reese reveals that she has the ability to control her dreams. She demonstrates this ability by conjuring up a beautiful beach scene for herself and Tony to enjoy. Puzzled, Tony asks how this is possible, and Reese explains that it's just something she's always been able to do.

Soon, Tony and Reese find themselves caught up in a series of surreal and sometimes scary dreamscapes. They visit a dark and foreboding forest filled with menacing creatures, a whimsical fairy-tale castle, and a trippy neon wonderland. All the while, Tony struggles to keep up with Reese's carefree attitude and her seemingly limitless imagination.

As the episode progresses, Tony begins to suspect that there may be something more going on with Reese than just a simple ability to control her dreams. He enlists the help of Sadie to investigate, and soon they uncover a shocking truth about Reese's past.

Without giving too much away, the rest of the episode twists and turns through a series of revelations about Reese's life and her abilities. Tony is forced to confront some uncomfortable truths about his own mortality and the limitations of his understanding of the afterlife.

In the end, "What?! Dreams May Come?!" is a thought-provoking and sometimes surreal exploration of the nature of reality and consciousness. With its blend of humor, heart, and mind-bending concepts, this episode is a highlight of the first season of Purgatony.