Pulling Back the Curtain

What happens when the monsters we fear most turn out to be the ones staring back at us in the mirror? In Four O'Clock, a fanatical man consumed by self-righteous rage believes he alone has the power to punish the world's wicked, only for the universe to deliver a devastatingly ironic twist at the stroke of four. In The Fear, two people stranded in a remote cabin are terrorized by what seems to be a towering alien presence, convinced they are helpless against a force far greater than themselves. This month's episodes use the lens of fear and pride to pull back the curtain and reveal the truth of human vulnerability. Whether it's a man who fancies himself the judge of all evil or two people undone by their own panic, the Twilight Zone reminds us that our greatest threats often come from within. Tune in as we explore how these two classic episodes hold up a mirror to the darkest corners of the human ego. Connect with Entering the Fifth Dimension: Facebook community Follow us on Twitter Contribute Listener Feedback