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The Passage - S01E01 - Pilot
 

The Passage season 1 episode 1

Pilot

 
As an imminent flu epidemic threatens the U.S., Federal Agent Brad Wolgast is tasked with bringing in the experiment's latest chosen test subject—ten-year-old Amy Bellafonte. After meeting Amy, Brad's loyalties to Project NOAH are tested.
 
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The Passage / S01E01 : Pilot
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on January 14, 2019 | TV-14 | 43 min. | Joyn (Germany)
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EPISODES  
 
  • The Passage - Episode 1 - Pilot
    Episode 1
    Pilot
  • The Passage - Episode 2 - You Owe Me a Unicorn
    Episode 2
    You Owe Me a Unicorn
  • The Passage - Episode 3 - That Never Should Have Happened To You
    Episode 3
    That Never Should Have Happened To You
  • The Passage - Episode 4 - Whose Blood Is That?
    Episode 4
    Whose Blood Is That?
  • The Passage - Episode 5 - How You Gonna Outrun the End of the World?
    Episode 5
    How You Gonna Outrun the End of the World?
  • The Passage - Episode 6 - I Want to Know What You Taste Like
    Episode 6
    I Want to Know What You Taste Like
  • The Passage - Episode 7 - You Are Like The Sun
    Episode 7
    You Are Like The Sun
  • The Passage - Episode 8 - You Are Not That Girl Anymore
    Episode 8
    You Are Not That Girl Anymore
  • The Passage - Episode 9 - Stay in the Light
    Episode 9
    Stay in the Light
  • The Passage - Episode 10 - Last Lesson
    Episode 10
    Last Lesson

The Passage season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Amy Bellafonte, a young girl, narrates the onset of a medical crisis and the birth of Project Noah, a controversial experiment seeking a cure for diseases. Drs. Lear and Fanning, pursuing a groundbreaking discovery, face moral dilemmas, especially after Fanning's transformation following a vampire-like creature's bite. Amy, orphaned and alone, is coerced into the project, forming an unexpected bond with Agent Wolgast, who begins questioning the project's ethics. Their journey culminates in a dramatic escape, symbolizing resistance against unethical scientific practices.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Scene: The Beginnings of Project Noah - **Amy Bellafonte**, the narrator, introduces the story, starting with two friends, **Dr. Lear** and **Dr. Fanning**, who embark on a mission to make the world a better place. - The doctors, along with a military escort, venture into a Bolivian forest searching for a 250-year-old man believed to hold the key to their mission. - They find the man in a cave, but he's locked in a cage, appearing sickly. A local boy warns them he's a vampire. ### Scene: The Transformation of Fanning - After an attack by the caged man, Fanning is bitten and starts to exhibit signs of transformation. - Lear is shocked to see Fanning alive and seemingly rejuvenated, realizing the potential of their discovery for medical science. ### Scene: Project Noah and Recruiting Carter - **Project Noah** is introduced as a government medical initiative. They approach **Anthony Carter**, a death row inmate, offering him a chance to participate in their drug trial in exchange for commuting his execution. - The project aims to develop a drug that makes people immune to diseases like AIDS and Ebola. ### Scene: The Escalation of the Avian Flu Crisis - The Chinese avian flu epidemic escalates, leading the project members to discuss potential solutions. - Dr. Lear suggests using a child for the experiment, arguing that children's abundant neurons could prevent the severe side effects seen in adult subjects. ### Scene: The Tragic Backstory of Amy Bellafonte - Amy's mother dies from a drug overdose, leaving her alone and vulnerable. - Amy is identified as the perfect candidate for Project Noah due to her lack of family connections. ### Scene: Amy's Abduction and Wolgast's Conflict - **Agent Wolgast** and **Agent Doyle** are tasked with bringing Amy to Project Noah. - Wolgast begins to question the morality of using a child for the experiment. ### Scene: The Descent of Patient Zero and Other Subjects - Fanning, now Patient Zero, exhibits advanced stages of the transformation. - The other subjects, although showing signs of improvement, still succumb to monstrous changes. ### Scene: The Growing Bond Between Wolgast and Amy - Wolgast and Amy bond, with Wolgast showing her kindness and understanding, contrasting with their initial encounter. - They stop at a carnival, where Amy wins a unicorn plush, symbolizing a moment of normalcy in her chaotic life. ### Scene: The Nationwide Manhunt for Wolgast and Amy - A manhunt for Wolgast and Amy begins, with the media portraying Wolgast as dangerous. - Wolgast calls his ex-wife Lila, expressing regret and love, indicating his moral struggle. ### Scene: The Final Standoff and Escape - Wolgast and Amy are cornered by authorities and Project Noah agents. - In a tense standoff, Wolgast manages to escape with Amy, but he is wounded in the process. ### Scene: Amy's Reflection on Their Journey - Amy reflects on the events, recognizing the significance of her and Wolgast's escape and the challenges ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Amy Bellafonte?

Amy Bellafonte is the main character and narrator of the story, a young girl whose life takes a dramatic turn after her mother's death.

What is Project Noah?

Project Noah is a government medical initiative aimed at developing a drug that makes people immune to diseases like AIDS and Ebola.

Who are Dr. Lear and Dr. Fanning?

Dr. Lear and Dr. Fanning are two friends and scientists who embark on a mission to find a cure for diseases, leading to the creation of Project Noah.

How does Dr. Fanning change in the story?

Dr. Fanning is bitten by a vampire-like creature and undergoes a transformation, exhibiting rejuvenation and enhanced abilities.

What is the significance of Anthony Carter in the story?

Anthony Carter is a death row inmate recruited by Project Noah for their drug trial, representing the ethical dilemmas faced by the project.

Why is the avian flu epidemic important in the story?

The avian flu epidemic escalates the urgency of Project Noah's mission, leading to more drastic measures like the suggestion to use a child in their experiments.

What happens to Amy's mother?

Amy's mother dies from a drug overdose, leaving Amy alone and vulnerable.

Why is Amy chosen for Project Noah?

Amy is chosen for Project Noah because she has no family connections, making her an ideal, unnoticed candidate for the experiment.

What is the relationship between Agent Wolgast and Amy?

Agent Wolgast and Amy develop a bond, with Wolgast becoming protective and caring towards Amy, despite initially being part of her abduction.

What triggers the nationwide manhunt for Wolgast and Amy?

The nationwide manhunt for Wolgast and Amy is triggered by their escape from the authorities and the portrayal of Wolgast as dangerous in the media.

How does Wolgast's relationship with his ex-wife Lila affect the story?

Wolgast's relationship with his ex-wife Lila reveals his moral struggle and regret, adding depth to his character.

What happens during the final standoff?

During the final standoff, Wolgast and Amy are cornered by authorities and Project Noah agents, but they manage to escape, although Wolgast is wounded.

How does Amy reflect on the events of the story?

Amy reflects on the events as significant and life-changing, recognizing the challenges ahead and the importance of her and Wolgast's journey.

What are the physical changes observed in the subjects of Project Noah?

The subjects of Project Noah undergo monstrous transformations, with features resembling vampires and exhibiting lethal and dangerous behaviors.

What is the central ethical dilemma in the story?

The central ethical dilemma is the use of a child (Amy) in a high-risk medical experiment to combat a global pandemic, raising questions about morality versus necessity.

 
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