Gatsby’s Final Hours: Death, Lies & Heartbreak

🚗 The Great Gatsby: Part 5 – Tragedy, Truth, and the Green Light

In this episode, we dive into the intense falling action of The Great Gatsby, analyzing the shocking car accident that claims Myrtle Wilson’s life, Gatsby’s tragic devotion to Daisy, and the ultimate fate of our titular character. As Nick Carraway navigates the chaos left behind, we question his reliability as a narrator and explore Fitzgerald’s commentary on wealth, materialism, and the fleeting nature of the American Dream.

From Gatsby’s misplaced idealism to the cold indifference of those around him, we examine how Fitzgerald crafts one of literature’s most haunting conclusions. How do Gatsby’s relationships compare to classic superhero narratives? Why do those who once surrounded Gatsby vanish in the wake of his death? And what does Fitzger ...