Rustin Cohle & Marty Hart (True Detective)

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Rustin "Rust" Cohle and Martin "Marty" Hart are the central characters in the first season of HBO's anthology series True Detective. Cohle, portrayed by Matthew McConaughey, is a deeply troubled and nihilistic detective. He is a pessimist who views life as meaningless, often expressing existential and philosophical views. His past is marked by tragedy, including the loss of his daughter, which led to the end of his marriage and a period of instability. Cohle's life is further complicated by his experiences as an undercover narcotics detective, where he became addicted to drugs and was involved in violent confrontations. Marty Hart, played by Woody Harrelson, is Cohle's partner and polar opposite. Hart is a family man with two daughters, but his life is marred by infidelity and personal crises. Despite their differences, the two detectives form a symbiotic relationship, with Cohle's intense focus and Hart's more conventional approach complementing each other. Their contrasting personalities lead to deep and often profound conversations, making them an iconic duo. Through their interactions, the series explores themes of purpose, identity, and the human condition, creating a narrative that transcends the crime they are solving.