[s3e5] — The Bottoms

is the fifth episode of the third season of the FX drama series Snowfall . It originally aired on August 7, 2019. Episode Summary

: Gustavo begins clearing the way to pursue his own vision for the drug trade. Production Credits Director : Michael Lehmann Writers : Enzo Mileti and Scott Wilson [S3E5] The Bottoms

: Teddy suffers a setback while managing his off-book CIA operation, and Julia proposes a new plan to keep things moving. is the fifth episode of the third season

In this episode, the escalating tension in South Central Los Angeles forces major shifts in power and strategy: Production Credits Director : Michael Lehmann Writers :

: After a brief moment of celebration following an LAPD victory, Andre finds himself in a desperate position and is forced to ask for Franklin’s help. Meanwhile, his daughter Melody begins a tragic downward spiral into addiction.

Music plays a significant role in establishing the episode's 1980s atmosphere: by Big John Hamilton "Egypt Egypt" by The Egyptian Lover "No Tears" by The Psychedelic Furs