Below is a blog post draft analyzing the episode's themes and plot. Who is Steven Grant? Decoding "The Goldfish Problem"
At its core, this episode is a "simple, powerful story of a very human issue". The horror of the episode comes from Steven’s confusion as he realizes someone else—Marc Spector—is living his life when he is "asleep". The show treats this condition with weight, avoiding the usual Marvel wisecracks to focus on the terrifying reality of losing control of your own body. REVIEW: 'Moon Knight' Episode 1-"The Goldfish Problem" 1.The Goldfish Problem
The episode’s title centers on a seemingly small detail: Steven’s one-finned goldfish, Gus. When Steven wakes up to find Gus has suddenly grown a second fin, it's the first clear sign that his reality is leaking. We later learn that Marc Spector bought a new fish to cover up that the original Gus died while Marc was "away". Below is a blog post draft analyzing the
Steven uses ankle restraints and tape on his door to keep himself grounded. The horror of the episode comes from Steven’s