[s1e2] Make Them Birds Fly Review

: After a violent home invasion in the pilot, Gustavo discovers exactly who he robbed and killed. He begins to prove his worth to Lucia by confronting her cousins and securing her trust as they navigate their family's cartel business. Thematic Elements

"" is the second episode of the first season of Snowfall . It originally aired on July 12, 2017 , and continues the intersecting storylines of Franklin Saint, Teddy McDonald, and Gustavo "El Oso" Zapata during the early days of the Los Angeles crack epidemic. Plot Overview [S1E2] Make Them Birds Fly

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The episode title refers to the high-stakes world of cocaine distribution, where characters push to scale their operations for massive financial gain. It originally aired on July 12, 2017 ,

: The CIA operative meets the eccentric coke supplier Avi for the first time. As he attempts to secure funding for the Contra rebels, his distrust of his partner Alejandro grows.

: The episode opens with a Nina Simone track emphasizing Franklin's desire for freedom , though the narrative suggests this "freedom" is fragile and comes with a heavy price.