The Hidden Symbolism of 'Atlanta' Explained

In this video essay explaining the meaning of the show "Atlanta," I’ll be going through various tv and movie examples to demonstrate how doors can be effectively used to tell a story and to figure out what these otherworldly doorways tell us about the surrealist world of “Atlanta.”
In "Atlanta," a door is never just a door. I would describe this video as an Atlanta analysis, Atlanta breakdown, Atlanta explained, Atlanta theory, Atlanta breakdown, and writing analysis.
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KZbin, this video is for television and film lovers, people who watch video essays on tv and film analysis, and for fans of show "Atlanta". What is the meaning of Atlanta season 4, and the atlanta season finale?
Let me hear your Atlanta theories in the comment section below!
Alternate Title(s): What’s Up with Those Doors in “Atlanta?”
Atlanta's' Surreal Symbolism of Doors
"The Doorways of 'Atlanta': A Video Essay on Symbolism"
"Surreal Doorways: The Bizarre Symbolism of 'Atlanta'
"Exploring the Symbolism of Doorways in 'Atlanta'"
"The Hidden Meanings Behind the Doorways in 'Atlanta'"
"The Most Important Symbol in 'Atlanta'"

[@ComeWatchTV]

Let me hear your "Atlanta" theories in the comment section below!

[@ZebbeCali]

I love how, you subtly illuminated the hidden meaning behind Ern's name. Everything he gained during the series, he "earned"

[@ashontelee9827]

Earn paper, boy. Oh and if u ever been in the parking garage at Atlantic Station... In Atlanta the believable parts are arguably stranger than the surreal parts. And being Black THERE, is so crazily nuanced ll by it self. The Earns and the Alberts are family and friends and believe me Georgia folk move very off-center without ANY fiction added.

[@tshepomolibeli]

this is my favourite show of all time and you just revealed more layers, amazing

[@ComeWatchTV]

My favorite thing to hear. Thanks

[@gerryfegan3608]

@@ComeWatchTV I'm liking these videos man I'm thinking I'm going to subscribe. One more good vid and you got me. And to TM ^ hell yeah this show isn't only comedy it literally covers almost all facets of the human pysche. It's wild that a these 4 actors, would put together such a goddam riveting masterpiece

[@raine12578]

Seriously! You can always learn more about this show😭

[@MrKeeganimal]

To me in terms of the DeAngelo episode, Ern's journey was a take on the well known man on the mountain parable. Ern's journey to seeing him involved self actualization and instrospection, DeAngelo didn't have the answers - Ern did. Love your work and eagerly await more!

[@craigshuler2480]

This is definitely gonna change how I watch Atlanta

[@ComeWatchTV]

It better

[@gerryfegan3608]

God this show is gut bursting hilarity. I almost choked a couple times with some of these turns. Especially that one episode with the serial killer and the piano. God this show is a masterpiece I'm sad to see it end after only 3 Seasons. Hopefully they decide to do another show

[@iPrinceHarry]

There’s four seasons

[@gerryfegan3608]

@@iPrinceHarry really I swore it wss only 3....

[@gerryfegan3608]

@@iPrinceHarry weird. Thank you because that MEANS THERES A WHOLE FUCKING SEASON FOR ME TO ENJOY!!!!!!!

[@iPrinceHarry]

@@gerryfegan3608 enjoy, it’s a beautiful season and the finale is a masterpiece

[@gerryfegan3608]

@@iPrinceHarry Thanks mate I appreciate it

[@sonorpaiste702]

I was not really a fan of the “it was a dream” theory but man the way you tied it together and particularly with it maybe just applying to the last season or two kind of made me a bit more of a believer. Particularly calling out some of the specific details and incorporating that into my own recognition that much of the last season has callbacks to earlier parts of the series it really kind of makes a lot more sense and seems to very much be something that was intended

[@peytonlewallen9556]

you’re the most underrated youtuber ever

[@coleseavey7589]

Great video. I walk through doors every day!

[@randynewmansdeepinsideholl732]

same lowkey

[@ComeWatchTV]

Same I never realized that until I watched Atlanta

[@user-yb6pe2pu3i]

Great video man, you should do more Atlanta content this was so dope

[@ComeWatchTV]

Thanks man. You should check out my other video on the show, it focuses mostly on the episode “New Jazz”

[@theorderofthebees7308]

I agree.

[@THEBMB9797]

This video is one of them analysis that makes you really dwell deeply on life.Appreciate your efforts man.

[@ComeWatchTV]

One of the best compliments. Thank you

[@djb10]

It's like this show is written in 3D but watching it on screen jumps it to 4D. You'll watch it once to get the top layer meaning, a 2nd sometimes 3rd time to catch the 2nd layer (since the weirdness is out of the way) then, a few more times, another layer will get exposed. You'll go to YT comments or get other ppl's opinions & realize other layers that you didn’t even think of but, it'll be so obvious, you'll think "how didn’t I catch that before"? To me this show is the definition of a "rabbit hole". You'll wonder if it was written w/ all of these layers meant to be found & if so, Donald & his brother are really giving the audience credit for wanting to do this constant digging. I literally thought of this yesterday: you know how you're talking to someone, they bring something up & you're like "that's a whole 'nother conversation that we don't have time for"? I feel like there's a lot of those points in this show that end up unlocking a new meaning. Masterful writing especially for only 20 something minute episodes.

[@prestonbingley6047]

Now I need to go watch the rest of Atlanta!

[@ComeWatchTV]

Definitely do that

[@n5ccs355]

Youve made me love this show more !

[@cheezyygoku]

This channel definitely will be very successful keep up the good content bro 💯

[@NotAngelicaaa]

I definitely need that video analysing Atlanta's ending! It would be cool to hear your thoughts and interpretation!

[@Amazingprophet08]

This was superb

[@studybeanie]

I just finished watching Atlanta and then got this recommendation

[@ComeWatchTV]

KZbin working its magic. Hope you enjoyed the video

[@Tyoxy]

Really great video man!

[@ComeWatchTV]

Thank you!

[@ScottAngelo]

keep that quality and ill follow everything u do

[@ComeWatchTV]

Will do. 🫡

[@theorderofthebees7308]

Interesting tidbit - walking through doorways affects our memory according to psychologist .

[@Dawsongreendot]

So good .

[@rhett5334]

Great video

[@ComeWatchTV]

Thanks!

[@theorderofthebees7308]

I hope you decide to do a video on the finale.

[@ComeWatchTV]

I definitely will. When I rewatch the show I want to write a couple more Atlanta videos.

[@theorderofthebees7308]

@@ComeWatchTV yes!!!

[@artbyshk]

@@ComeWatchTV that would be cool, greetings from poland

[@pandaer-z3r]

IS THIS JUST ABOUT DOORS??????????

[@ComeWatchTV]

U just got door’d 🚪

[@joeypleasants9647]

There is no conspiracy. The more you tap into "Fame" the more surreal life becomes.

[@ComeWatchTV]

Very good thesis for the show

[@rockstadium]

very interesting

[@randynewmansdeepinsideholl732]

Common Come Watch TV W

[@giacamalo8177]

Not one mention of Hodor??? Cool video though.

[@FreddieLane9001]

🚪

[@ZuukaClips]

Wait... wtaf is Atlanta about? I had no idea Atlanta was like this? I just thought it was another drama/comedy series based around Black America and the community/culture like many other shows.

[@ComeWatchTV]

It’s so much more my friend

[@ZuukaClips]

@@ComeWatchTV apparently. Show seems wild.

[@awedee.0]

i believe theyre dreaming in group dep sesh

[@awedee.0]

the blue blood ep was a big hint when they exited the mall and the girl followed. the last ep when london was was wildin out. she knew she was dreaming thats why she did that crazy shyt lol and the said 'this is all your fault". the nepalese ep where paper boi passed by himself. thats the only explanation i believe that can account for dissrupting time in that way. the crank dat killer ep where the guy shooting at paper boi looked nothing like the killer they arrested. which must mean that he really was a guy from high school that was mad at him and htf did the gps take him to the exact spot where paper boi was??? back to the last ep where darius was in the pharmacy and spoke with the lady, it confirmed my suspicions

[@ShaniLee-vd5pe]

What? I still dont get it