The narrative follows Sylvia's attempts to evade a creepy man in a long black coat who follows her on a bus and through the marshes. Her ordeal seemingly ends when a kindly older woman intervenes and invites Sylvia into her home for tea and safety.
: Unlike other episodes where a "rough justice" is served to those who deserve it, "The Flypaper" is noted for its bleakness, as the victim is an innocent child. Production Details Tales of the Unexpected
: The titular flypaper hanging in the woman's cottage serves as a grim metaphor for Sylvia's situation—once stuck, there is no escape. Major Themes The narrative follows Sylvia's attempts to evade a
: The "helpful" woman is actually an accomplice to the stalker. The episode concludes with the realization that Sylvia has walked directly into the trap she was trying to escape. Production Details : The titular flypaper hanging in
: Sylvia's status as a lonely orphan living with a cold grandmother highlights the lack of a support system for children in the face of predatory adults.