AHS: NYC - Easter Eggs, Throwbacks, and a Shower of Spilled Tea with a Side of Camp
So you finished binging AHS: NYC, huh? Still reeling from the finale's twists and turns? Maybe you're wondering how this bloody good (pun intended) season connects to the wild world of American Horror Story. Well, buckle up, darling, because we're about to spill some serious tea, with a side of camp and a dash of "Is that a tentacle baby?!"
Subheading: The Not-So-Subtle Nods
AHS loves a good Easter egg, and NYC is no exception. We got:
- The Return of a Creepy Classic: Remember the terrifying Angel of Death from Asylum? She makes a chilling cameo in NYC's fifth episode, reminding us that even the Grim Reaper enjoys a good gay bar now and then.
- Government Shenanigans, a Shared AHS Love Affair: NYC wasn't shy about highlighting the government's not-so-great track record with marginalized groups. This theme echoes in seasons like Asylum and Cult, where the halls of power reeked of something far worse than old politicians.
- Bloodsucking Buddies? Maybe Not: Double Feature's Red Tide threw some serious vampire vibes our way, and NYC kept the blood flowing. But fear not, there's no crossover here (unless you count the gallons of fake blood used).
Subheading: The Jury's Still Out: The Hannah and Theo Pregnancy Pact with Aliens?
Remember that weird dream Hannah has about birthing a tentacled terror? Yeah, us too. While some fans saw a connection to Double Feature's alien storyline, it feels more like a bizarre fever dream fueled by too many disco fries. Let's just say, if there are alien babies involved, NYC didn't give us a paternity test.
Subheading: The Big Kahuna - Is AHS Building a Multiverse?
Unlike Apocalypse, which brought characters from Murder House and Coven together for a coven-tinged apocalypse, NYC doesn't have any blatant character crossovers. But is there a bigger plan brewing? Maybe. The shared themes and Easter eggs suggest a loosely connected universe, where the horrors of AHS can play out in different places and times. Think of it as a buffet of nightmares, with each season offering a unique flavor of terror.
So there you have it, folks! AHS: NYC might not be a direct sequel or prequel, but it fits into the show's deliciously dark and interconnected tapestry. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a sudden craving for disco fries and a deep need to bleach my brain after that whole Big Daddy storyline.
