Hey there, fellow readers! So, you’ve just wrapped up watching “Boy Swallows Universe,” and your mind is buzzing with questions, especially about that mysterious red phone. Well, you’re in the right place because we’re diving deep into the ending and summarizing the series. Let’s unravel the secrets together!
Why did Gus lose his speech?
Alright, buckle up because this one’s a tear-jerker. Gus, the silent artist, lost his speech after a traumatic event involving their alcoholic birth father, Robert. When their stepfather was murdered and their mom went to prison, the brothers ended up with Robert. The poor guy suffered a panic attack while driving them, and the car ended up in a lake. Gus thought he had lost his family, and the trauma silenced him. Fast forward to a heartwarming scene where Robert promises to be a better dad, and the boys decide to stay with him, flaws and all.
Why was Lyle Orlik murdered?
Lyle, the not-so-favorite guy in Eli’s eyes, met a gruesome end. Turns out, he betrayed Tytus Broz, the seemingly philanthropic limb innovator, by dealing drugs on his own. Ivan Kroll, Tytus’ right-hand man, got the order to eliminate Lyle. Shark attack rumors circled at first, but it was later confirmed as a murder. Moral of the story? Don’t mess with Tytus Broz’s business, especially when it involves illegal activities.
What illegal business was Tytus running?
Tytus Broz, the man with the golden reputation in artificial limbs, had a shady side. Caitlyn Spies, the investigative journalist, uncovered Tytus’ involvement in drug dealings with a Vietnamese restauranteur. Turns out, Tytus used ex-criminals to sell heroin for him. But the big revelation? Tytus was farming human limbs in a secret medical facility! Yep, you read that right. Eli and Caitlyn stumbled upon preserved heads, and it turned out Lyle was one of Tytus’ victims. Cue the shock and horror.
Did Ivan Kroll die?
Hold on to your hats for this one. Eli exposes Tytus at an award ceremony with evidence of his macabre experiments. The police swoop in, but Ivan, loyal to Tytus, isn’t giving up easily. He stabs Eli, injures Robert, and follows Eli to a clock tower. But here comes the twist—Gus, the silent hero, predicts Eli’s fate involving a blue wren. In a courageous move, Gus pushes Ivan off the tower, saving Eli and sacrificing himself. The series wraps up with Eli waking up in the hospital, Caitlyn by his side, and the family of four starting anew. Peace finally settles in.
What is the significance of the red phone?
Ah, the mysterious red phone. Throughout the series, Eli and Gus encounter this disconnected red phone in the emergency tunnel. It rings, they hear a voice, and it turns out to be Gus’ adult self talking to them from the future. A magical explanation, right? Well, maybe not. It’s likely their way of finding confidence during terrifying moments. The red phone symbolizes reassurance, a reminder that, eventually, everything will be okay. When threats disappear, so does the need for the red phone. Eli used to answer it in times of fear, but at the end, the call goes unanswered. The red phone served its purpose, guiding Eli through tough times with the comforting voice of his brother.