Already, the new season is playing with the mythology of the Midwest.
And the time period is only a part of it.
Were told the first befalls 300 Native Americans before the…what came after…woof.

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(Already were hearingFargos great rhythm of awkward dialogue.
Already were missing Martin Freeman.)
Were not being kept outside as Lorne Malvo single handedly liquidates the Fargo outfit.
Seeing the story appear in the season 2 premiere signals a dedication to a key in of storytelling.
The set piece is a clear demonstration of the thought thats going into the show and its key moments.
And do they stack up!
(Yes, Im still angry with theHow I Met Your Motherfinale.)
That delayed reveal is the kind of satisfying exposition we dont get enough.
By the time that Lou leaves the scene, the case is looking straightforward.
Theyve got a shoe in the tree and an extra car in the parking lot.
But even before the hit and run, things werent looking great for Peggy.