Yellowjackets Season 3 Episode 5 Recap: Tawny Cypress Interview

The latest episode of Season 3 of Yellowjackets had fans buzzing, especially about Tai. Tawny Cypress gives us a glimpse into Tai’s mental state in this episode and dives into some fan theories in this breakdown.

The title “Did Tai Do That?” is a nod to the catchphrase of the iconic Steve Urkel from Family Matters, a character who could transform into his alter ego, Stefan Urquelle. In this episode, we see teen Tai exploring her darker side after being chosen to execute Coach Ben. One way she does this is through her sexual exploration with Van. Does sex bring out Tai’s dark side? According to Cypress, moments of excitement tend to bring out the other side of Tai. For example, the kiss between adult Tai and Van in Episode 1 was a long-awaited and exciting moment for her, leading to the emergence of “Other Tai” and the mysterious Man with No Eyes.

Speaking of the Man with No Eyes, Cypress shares that she enjoys the supernatural elements of the show but believes it all ties back to trauma. The haunting image of the ice cream commercial from Tai’s childhood is a prime example of how something seemingly supernatural can be rooted in real trauma. The wilderness is almost like a god to these characters, who have formed their own religion to cope with their trauma.

As the season progresses, Cypress hints that we should brace ourselves for even more shocking developments from Tai. According to her, the most shocking thing Tai has done is yet to come. Fans have been speculating about whether Tai set the cabin on fire, with Cypress expressing her excitement for what’s to come and urging fans to have faith as the story unfolds.

With each episode, Yellowjackets continues to surprise and captivate viewers, leaving us on the edge of our seats wondering what dramatic twists and turns lie ahead. Stay tuned for more thrilling revelations from Season 3.