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| “ | I have an idea that will change the world. I know it sounds really stupid, but I know how to do it. I think it could actually work. | „ |
| ~ Angela Moss |
Angela Moss is a major character in the the USA Network thriller drama television series Mr. Robot.
She was portrayed by Portia Doubleday, who also portrayed Chris Hargensen in the 2013 version of Carrie.
History[]
Early Life[]
Angela was a childhood friend to main protagonist Elliot Alderson. She was most likely his best friend, as well as his only friend. A flashback scene is shown where she is at a family party that Elliot isn't at. Elliot's father, Edward, says to Angela while she's watching TV that if Elliot ever needs somebody to talk too, or a "push", as Edward puts it, she should be there for him. Her mom Emily had just died during the Washington Township leak, an event that can be blamed on E-Corp.
Season 3[]
In season 3, Angela joins forces with the Whiterose, Otto Irving, Mr. Robot, and Tyrell Wellick, who are working on completing the "Stage 2" project which would bring down E-Corp after being convinced by the Whiterose that she can bring her mother back to life. While the Whiterose and Irving know about what the project truly is about, blowing up 71 E-Corp buildings (after Elliot sabotaged the paper records), the other people involved in the project are rather oblivious. However, considering Mr. Robot is an alternative personality to Elliot Alderson, who is against Stage 2 and doesn't trust the Whiterose, Angela psychologically abuses Elliot with the goal of driving him completely insane so that Mr. Robot would be summoned instead, as he's more willing to participate in Stage 2. Her bullying and abuse of Elliot could've also resulted from her jealousy and resentment towards him being the Chosen One to take down E-Corp. So she wanted to overthrow him and replace him as the leader and become the new leader herself.
Later in the season, the Whiterose manages to carry out the project and successfully blows up 71 E-Corp buildings, killing thousands. When Angela sees that this is what Stage 2 really was all along, she goes completely insane and rewinds the news broadcast about the attack she was watching in an attempt to justify her actions as rewinding the news broadcast makes it look like the explosion never happened, delusionally believing they will all come back.
In the final episode in season 3, E-Corp CEO Phillip Price has a meeting with Angela, as he has something important to tell her. Turns out, Phillip is her biological father. They also talk about Stage 2, and they both agree on going against the Dark Army, and that she just has to accept that she can't do anything about what Stage 2 caused now, she just has to learn to live with it.
Season 4[]
The first episode "401 Unauthorized" starts where season 3 ended. Phillip Price and Angela are finishing their conversation, and once it's done Phillip walks away. However, a group of Dark Army soldiers come from behind and shoot Angela to death. This angers Phillip, who has had enough and is ready to destroy Dark Army.
Personality[]
Angela, once known for her goodness and determination, had a close bond with her childhood friend Elliot and his sister Darlene. However, her life took a devastating turn when her mother died in the Washington Township Plant disaster caused by the powerful corporation E-Corp. This tragedy deeply affected Angela, leading to grief, anger, and a desire for revenge. Her innocent demeanor shifted towards a thirst for power, status, and justice. Angela blamed E-Corp for her mother's death, harboring resentment within her.
Angela transformed from the person Elliot believed her to be, becoming consumed by vengeance. She was once seen as the "good one" but her desire for justice overshadowed her morals. Angela grew jealous of Elliot's leadership in the revolution against E-Corp and developed a deep hatred for him. This hatred was fueled by her association with Whiterose, who manipulated her. Angela was willing to exploit Elliot's dissociative identity disorder (DID) and his alter ego, Mr. Robot, to further her agenda. Angela blamed Elliot for her own betrayal and cut him out of her life, driven by spite. She refused to face the consequences and adopted a victim mentality. Over time, her choices took a toll on her sanity. She isolated herself and met a tragic end, consumed by her demons. In contrast, Elliot's difficult past made him compassionate and selfless. He and his sister Darlene suffered abuse from their parents. Despite his own struggles and desire for normalcy, Elliot cared deeply for others.
Elliot faced mental challenges but still took responsibility for himself and others, going to great lengths for the greater good. Despite his struggles, he remained determined to make a positive impact. On the other hand, Angela gave in to her inner darkness, while Elliot fought against his demons. He sought redemption, forgiveness, and the truth, acknowledging the consequences of his choices. Angela and Elliot's paths diverged, showing the difference between vengeance and self-destruction versus empathy and personal growth. Their experiences highlight the power of choice and how our past shapes our future.
Trivia[]
- Despite being a very straight-up protagonist in season 1, some fans think that even before her antagonistic role in season 3 Angela was an arrogant and egotistical individual who only talked with Elliot when she needed something from him, and never really "changed" on the inside.
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Dark Army E-Corp Vera's Gang Prison Other | ||