Miles nearly hits Duke fleeing Andi’s
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Duke, walking along the evening road to Andi's house, is almost run over by Miles speeding away in his Porsche.
Blanc states (O.C.) that Miles was seen leaving Andi's house and nearly hit Duke.
Who Was There
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Desperate and unhinged, masking his fear and guilt behind a facade of privilege and indifference. His actions suggest a man teetering on the edge, where paranoia and impulsivity override rational behavior.
Miles Bron speeds away from Andi’s house in his distinctive blue Porsche, nearly colliding with Duke Cody as he zips down the road. He does not stop or acknowledge the near-miss, his reckless driving and refusal to engage with the consequences revealing his emotional unraveling and growing desperation. His departure is framed by Blanc’s voiceover as a critical clue, emphasizing Miles’ privilege (he doesn’t stop) and the volatility of his state.
- • Escape Andi’s house as quickly as possible, likely to avoid confrontation or confrontation with his own actions.
- • Avoid acknowledging the near-collision with Duke, preserving his image of control and invulnerability.
- • That his actions have no consequences due to his wealth and status (privilege blind spot).
- • That he can outrun his problems, both literal (the near-collision) and metaphorical (his role in Andi’s death).
Shaken but determined, with a simmering undercurrent of suspicion toward Miles. His physical reaction (nearly being hit) contrasts with his mental resolve to press forward, hinting at a deeper unease about Miles’ true nature.
Duke Cody is nearly plowed over by Miles’ blue Porsche as he zips down the road toward Andi’s house. Shaken but undeterred, he watches Miles speed away, shaking his head in disbelief or disapproval, before continuing on his path. His reaction—though physically jolted—suggests a growing suspicion of Miles’ instability, though he remains focused on his destination.
- • Reach Andi’s house despite the disruption, suggesting urgency or a mission (e.g., to confront Andi, deliver a message, or seek answers).
- • Process the near-collision as a sign of Miles’ instability, though he doesn’t yet connect it to Andi’s fate.
- • That Miles’ recklessness is a sign of deeper issues, though he may not yet suspect murder.
- • That his own path is justified, even in the face of danger (e.g., ‘I need to get to Andi’s, no matter what.’).
Detached yet intensely focused, using the event to piece together the puzzle of Andi’s murder. His voiceover carries a sense of inevitability, as if this moment was always leading to something darker.
Benoit Blanc’s voiceover narrates the event, framing Miles’ reckless departure and Duke’s near-collision as a critical clue in the investigation. His analytical tone underscores the significance of the moment, tying it to Miles’ later implication in Andi’s death. Blanc’s narration acts as a lens, directing the audience’s attention to the subtext: this wasn’t just a drunken mishap, but a precursor to violence.
- • Highlight the recklessness of Miles’ actions as a clue to his guilt or involvement in Andi’s death.
- • Frame Duke’s reaction as a foil to Miles’ privilege, emphasizing the power dynamics at play.
- • That small, seemingly insignificant moments (like this near-collision) often hold the key to solving a murder.
- • That Miles’ behavior is not just reckless, but symptomatic of a deeper guilt or desperation.
Location Details
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The road near Andi’s house functions as a battleground for the near-collision between Miles and Duke, where privilege and paranoia collide. The narrow, winding road—likely dark and poorly lit in the evening—amplifies the tension of the moment, turning a simple near-accident into a charged encounter. The location’s proximity to Andi’s house also ties it to the broader narrative: this is the threshold between safety and danger, between the past (Andi’s life) and the future (her murder). The road becomes a metaphorical line that Miles crosses recklessly, while Duke, though shaken, remains on the side of consequence.
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Key Dialogue
"BLANC (O.C.): He saw Miles leaving. Was almost struck by him."
"BLANC (O.S.): In fact he told all of us, right out in the open clear as day he told us -"