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Leo Carras
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Status: Alive
Nationality: Flag of the United States American
Significant other(s): Ex-girlfriends:
Dana Brody
Played by: Sam Underwood
Season(s): 3
Episodes: 4 appearances
First episode: "Tin Man Is Down"
Last episode: "The Yoga Play"

I told you. I told you over and over... the one thing I can't have in my life is lies, and you lied to me.

- Dana Brody is furious, outraged, and horrified that Leo lied to her.

Leo Carras is Dana's toxic boyfriend who she met during therapy.

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A photo that Leo sends to Dana.

Biography[]

Leo Carras is in a therapy facility for young people who, for example, have attempted suicide.

There he meets Dana Brody, who tried to take her own life due to the pressure on the family after Nicholas Brody was exposed as a terrorist. In group therapy sessions he cheers Dana up with secret messages and even outside of that they like to retreat to kiss and be close. Jessica also notices this when she goes to pick up Dana. Leo managed to get a cell phone and can keep in touch with her even after Dana leaves. He also smuggled a letter into her things, which she finds at home. She then sends him a photo of her naked upper body and shortly afterwards receives a similar picture from Leo.

When Dana comes to the facility a short time later with her mother for a therapy session, Leo and Dana briefly meet in the hallway. They let each other know how much they miss each other, but they can't speak properly because of Jessica's presence.

Late in the evening, Dana suddenly finds herself back in front of the facility, soaked in the rain, and contacts Leo via cell phone. He is surprised that she is there, but wants to help her immediately. He sneaks out of the dormitory to a door in the laundry room, where he lets Dana into the building through a ventilation shaft. He's very worried about her because she looks distressed and showed up at his place in the middle of the night. When he takes her in his arms and the two kiss, one thing leads to another and the two sleep together. The next morning they talk about how important they are to each other, but are then found by the security guards at the therapy facility.

A short time later, Dana helps Leo get out of therapy. She steals her mother's car, breaks off all contact with her and drives around with Leo. The two are a teenage couple in love who want to create a future together and leave their old problems behind them. They are on the road for a few days and always spend the night in the car and get to know each other better. Dana learns from Leo that his brother committed suicide with his father's gun and that's why Leo was in therapy. They visit her brother's grave together and also the military base where Dana said goodbye to her father when he went to fight in the Iraq War. (Game On)

At the same time, Jessica is very worried about her daughter and asks Mike for help finding her. After Leo's parents called her and Dana a bad influence, Mike finds out that Leo was in the therapy facility because his parents made a deal with the prosecutor. Otherwise, Leo would probably have been arrested for his brother's murder. Jessica passes this news on to Carrie and then finally to Agent Hall from the FBI. He then informs the media, who report on Leo's past. Dana sees these messages as she and Leo are filling up their car at a gas station. As they drive off again, Dana asks him again about his brother and Leo tells the story again with different details. This makes Dana suspicious and she realizes that Leo has lied to her.

Dana is furious, outraged, and horrified that Leo lied to her. She freaks out because he knows full well that after everything that happened to her father, she can't use any more lies in her life. She doesn't care that Leo keeps declaring his love for her. Dana gets out of the car at an intersection where Leo almost has an accident and approaches the police who were called about the near accident. The two runaway teenagers are then brought back home by the police.

Trivia[]

“That was the idea behind that character,” says writer Chip Johannessen. “We wanted to put somebody in Dana’s life that was the one good thing in her life, because her father betrayed her, and then have him do the same thing.” - From the Homeland Revealed book about Leo (page 133).

Reviews[]

What’s the worst mistake that Homeland has made? Gansa: I’m going to let the mistake one just go by. It’s sort hard not to feel defensive about criticism, and for me to wade into that… Look, the Brody family has been a bit of a third rail. I guess I would say the biggest mistake we made, possibly, was giving Dana another love interest [Leo Carras] in this season.

Character profile[]

In the hit TV series Homeland, Leo Carras is introduced as a troubled young man whom Dana, the daughter of the show's protagonist, meets while she is in a recovery facility. Their relationship is intense and fraught with issues, making Leo a character worth delving into.

Leo Carras embodies the complexities of troubled youth, a concept that has been explored extensively in literature and media. Through his character, Homeland touches upon themes such as addiction, mental health, and the challenges faced by young adults in navigating a difficult world.

Leo's troubles stem from his own personal demons, manifesting in the form of addiction and a troubled past. His encounters with Dana in the recovery facility serve as a catalyst for their shared experiences and emotional connection. The intense nature of their relationship can be seen as a reflection of their individual struggles, as they navigate through the complexities of their lives.

One way to analyze Leo's character is through a theoretical lens, specifically the psychology of addiction. Leo's addictive behaviors and struggle with substance abuse can be interpreted using psychological theories such as the Disease Model or the Self-Medication Hypothesis. By examining Leo's behavior from these perspectives, we gain a deeper understanding of the sources of his troubles and the challenges he faces in his journey towards recovery.

Another high-minded concept that can be applied to Leo's character is the idea of "childhood trauma." It is possible that Leo's troubled past contributes to his addictive tendencies and unstable behavior. Childhood trauma has been extensively studied in the field of psychology and can have a profound impact on a person's mental health and decision-making. By exploring the concept of childhood trauma, we can better understand Leo's struggles and empathize with his character.

Looking at Leo's relationship with Dana, it becomes apparent that their connection is both a source of solace and a breeding ground for further issues. This dynamic can be dissected through the lens of attachment theory, a psychodynamic concept that examines how our early relationships shape our behavior in later life. By exploring Leo and Dana's relationship through this framework, we can gain insights into the emotional dynamics at play and the challenges they face as they try to support each other.

Despite the high-minded concepts that can be applied to Leo's character, Homeland manages to present his story in an accessible and down-to-earth manner. The struggles Leo faces are relatable, and viewers can easily connect with his journey on an emotional level. The show's ability to tackle complex themes in a way that is relatable to audiences is what sets it apart and makes Leo's character so compelling.

In conclusion, Leo Carras in Homeland is a character that embodies the complexities of troubled youth. Through his struggles with addiction and his intense relationship with Dana, the show touches upon themes such as mental health, trauma, and the challenges faced by young adults. By applying high-minded concepts such as addiction psychology, childhood trauma, and attachment theory, we can analyze Leo's character on a deeper level. Ultimately, it is the show's ability to present these complex themes in an accessible and relatable manner that makes Leo's character so impactful and memorable.[x]

Quotes[]

Spoken by Leo[]

  • Syracuse Police have asked the public to be on the lookout... for two teenagers on the run from a Maryland clinic... driving a 1989 silver Toyota Camry.
  • One of the teens is Dana Brody... daughter of fugitive congressman Nicholas Brody.
  • Her companion, Leo Carras, is receiving court-mandated treatment... following the death of his brother... who died from a gunshot wound after an alleged suicide pact with Leo.
  • Police have asked the public not to approach the couple... but to contact Syracuse PD at 800-555-0199.
  • In sports, Chiefs fans may have to open their wallets...
  • Is that it?
  • Yeah. Ninety-five cents.
  • Ticket prices are expected to rise at least $1.50 to help cover the bill.
  • Hey, what about the change?
  • And in other news, the city council...
  • Coming? Come on, we need to find a place to sleep before it gets dark.
  • You okay?
  • I don't know. Will you tell me about your brother?
  • Tell you what?
  • Tell me what happened.
  • I already told you.
  • So will you tell me again?
  • Look, I don't exactly enjoy talking about it.
  • Will you please just tell me? I want to understand.
  • Look, I was in my room, doing homework. I heard a gunshot. I went into Phil's room. He was... He was lying there, blood everywhere. Somehow he'd gotten hold of my dad's gun.
  • Before you said that he'd done it in front of you.
  • Because that's what it felt like.
  • He was next door.
  • In front of you, next door, how could that feel like the same? Dana, what's got into you?
  • They said it was different on the news.
  • What news?
  • In there. We're on the news. They're looking for us. And they said what happened to you and your brother was a suicide pact.
  • It's the fucking news. Like they were there. You know better than anyone what they make up.
  • Except in my case, they didn't make anything up. It was all true, every single thing.
  • Just get in the car.
  • So which is it? Did Phillip kill himself? Is that what happened?
  • Yes! Will you get in the car?
  • How did he get the gun?
  • I don't know, he got it.
  • You're lying.
  • I'm not.
  • You are. I can tell.
  • Why are you doing this?
  • Stop the car.
  • No.
  • Stop. I'm getting out.
  • You're gonna hurt yourself. No, stop!
  • I don't care.
  • Dana! Dana! Please stop! Dana, please wait. Wait, just tell me what you want. I'll do it.
  • Tell me the truth. I'm calling the police!
  • I'll tell you the truth. Dana, please.
  • Leave me alone.
  • I love you.
  • That doesn't mean anything.
  • It does to me. I love you.
  • Get off of me.
  • Dana, listen to me.
  • Why would I listen to you? Why would I listen?
  • Because you're right! It was me. It was my idea, playing the game with the gun. It was my idea, my fault he's dead. I wanted to tell you, but I couldn't. I didn't know how to.
  • You just say it.
  • How do I say it? I liked you, I wanted you to like me. How do I say that?
  • You just say it. Like I said it. Like, "My dad murdered 200 people." Like, "I tried to kill myself." I told you. I told you over and over... the one thing I can't have in my life is lies, and you lied to me.
  • Dana, please.

- Dana is furious that Leo lied to her, and flags down a police car so she can go home.

Spoken about Leo[]

  • Mom, what happened?
  • Your sister's gone.
  • Let's go.
  • It's not an official missing person for 24 hours.
  • Police have a description and they're aware Leo's a fugitive from here.
  • Leo wasn't in the rehab facility for treatment.
  • His parents made a deal with the DA so he wouldn't be charged with homicide.
  • I found out why Leo was in the clinic.
  • His parents put him there to avoid a homicide charge.
  • - He killed someone?
  • - His little brother ended up dead... killed with a family gun.
  • Maybe it was an accident, maybe Leo's a psychopath.
  • I don't know. I don't know what Dana knows and I'm scared.
  • - Dana will see through him.
  • - Dana's in love.

Appearances[]

Leo is tall and has short dark brown hair and brown eyes.

Behind the Scenes[]

Appearances[]

Season 3
Tin Man Is Down Uh... Oh... Ah... "Tower of David" Game On The Yoga Play
"Still Positive" "Gerontion" "A Red Wheelbarrow" "One Last Thing" "Good Night"
"Big Man in Tehran" "The Star"
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