The Existential Anguish of Rust Cohle: Exploring Nihilism in “True Detective”
Introduction “Time is a flat circle.” This haunting phrase, uttered by Detective Rust Cohle in the groundbreaking first season of “True Detective,” has resonated with audiences long after the credits rolled. Set against the backdrop of the Louisiana bayous, “True Detective” Season One unfolded as a dark and complex investigation into a series of ritualistic…
