Another really strong episode in a show which keeps on getting more and more engrossing. This one finally moves the drug storyline forward in a surprising and intriguing way and there's a great series of stylish vignettes showing how low level dealing works. Otherwise it's the very human characters which make this so gripping, especially seeing a more vulnerable side to Hank, too.
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Walt and Jesse start their own drug dealing operation and Jesse meets the girl next door
RicinBeans9420 May 2014
Warning: Spoilers
"You asked me what I want you to do. I want you to handle it."
Walt and Jesse decided, after they first started cooking together, to go into business with Krazy-8. It ended rather badly as Walt murdered him in Jesse's basement. After this, Walt entered them into a business agreement with the crazed Tuco Salamanca, against Jesse's wishes. Needless to say, this also proved to be a bad idea, as Tuco nearly killed them both, only to end up dead himself, courtesy of Hank. With previous experience in mind, the logical next step for Walt and Jesse was not to find another distributor - another Tuco - but to start their own operation.
So, that's what they do. Jesse enlists his best men - Badger, Skinny Pete and Combo - and the money making begins. When Jesse hands Walt his share though, it's a thousand dollars short. Skinny Pete was held up at knife-point (in a particularly scary scene, thanks to Dale Dickey's laughing meth-head) and some product was stolen. Jesse calls it breakage, but Walt calls it unacceptable. He hands Jesse a gun at the end of the episode and tells him to handle it. These scenes are great to watch and it sets up a major plot for the next episode very nicely.
In other news, Hank has received a promotion! He'll be on his way to El Paso, Texas, which is great news for him, but unfortunately, the death of Tuco is still playing on his mind. He appears to have a panic attack in the lift at work and eventually throws Tuco's grill into the water, in what is arguably the biggest red herring the show has given us yet. At the top of the episode, we saw a couple of guys find the grill and we thought something was going to happen to Hank. This is, of course, what the show has trained us to think and in all honesty, it's something of a relief that Hank is indeed alive and well at the end of the episode.
Walt finds out about Skyler's nasty smoking habit here and things don't get any better between the two of them when she suggests that she may have smoked them in a fugue state. Jesse, on the other hand, fares considerably better than he has in the past, as he charms Jane (Krysten Ritter), daughter of a property landlord, into letting him move in next-door to her, despite him not exactly meeting the requirements.
All in all, this is another great episode. Can Walt and Jesse go on to build a truly successful meth cooking and dealing operation without getting caught?
8.9/10
Walt and Jesse decided, after they first started cooking together, to go into business with Krazy-8. It ended rather badly as Walt murdered him in Jesse's basement. After this, Walt entered them into a business agreement with the crazed Tuco Salamanca, against Jesse's wishes. Needless to say, this also proved to be a bad idea, as Tuco nearly killed them both, only to end up dead himself, courtesy of Hank. With previous experience in mind, the logical next step for Walt and Jesse was not to find another distributor - another Tuco - but to start their own operation.
So, that's what they do. Jesse enlists his best men - Badger, Skinny Pete and Combo - and the money making begins. When Jesse hands Walt his share though, it's a thousand dollars short. Skinny Pete was held up at knife-point (in a particularly scary scene, thanks to Dale Dickey's laughing meth-head) and some product was stolen. Jesse calls it breakage, but Walt calls it unacceptable. He hands Jesse a gun at the end of the episode and tells him to handle it. These scenes are great to watch and it sets up a major plot for the next episode very nicely.
In other news, Hank has received a promotion! He'll be on his way to El Paso, Texas, which is great news for him, but unfortunately, the death of Tuco is still playing on his mind. He appears to have a panic attack in the lift at work and eventually throws Tuco's grill into the water, in what is arguably the biggest red herring the show has given us yet. At the top of the episode, we saw a couple of guys find the grill and we thought something was going to happen to Hank. This is, of course, what the show has trained us to think and in all honesty, it's something of a relief that Hank is indeed alive and well at the end of the episode.
Walt finds out about Skyler's nasty smoking habit here and things don't get any better between the two of them when she suggests that she may have smoked them in a fugue state. Jesse, on the other hand, fares considerably better than he has in the past, as he charms Jane (Krysten Ritter), daughter of a property landlord, into letting him move in next-door to her, despite him not exactly meeting the requirements.
All in all, this is another great episode. Can Walt and Jesse go on to build a truly successful meth cooking and dealing operation without getting caught?
8.9/10
Breakage (#2.5)
ComedyFan201026 December 2013
Warning: Spoilers
Walt and Jesse are back to business, now they try to do it on their own with the help of some of Jesse's friends as street dealers. Only there is a breakage which results in a loss of 1000. It is a bit chilling to see how Walt wants Jesse to handle it. Is he turning into a Tuco? At the same time his reasoning behind it is very understandable.
Does Skylar like ever smile? All I see her do is bitch at everyone around. Be it her sister or her husband, she doesn't bother to understand other people, just needs to make herself the big victim here. A very unpleasant character.
We also see some development with Hank's character. It seems that current events had an effect on his mind. This could be interesting.
Does Skylar like ever smile? All I see her do is bitch at everyone around. Be it her sister or her husband, she doesn't bother to understand other people, just needs to make herself the big victim here. A very unpleasant character.
We also see some development with Hank's character. It seems that current events had an effect on his mind. This could be interesting.
Back in business
Tweekums6 October 2012
Warning: Spoilers
Once Walt has paid his medical bills and Jesse has found somewhere to live and settled things with Clovis all their money has gone so they must go back into production; the problem is they still have to sell it. Walt thinks they have two options; firstly they can find another psychotic distributer like Tuco to sell it for them or Jesse can spend his time selling it on the streets... Jesse has a third option; they become distributors themselves; he already knows a few guys who can sell it for him and is sure he'll find more in time. Everything goes well until a couple of junkies rob Skinny Pete; Jesse is willing to write the loss of as 'breakage' Walt isn't though; he believes they have to make it absolutely clear that such activities won't be tolerated or everybody will think they can steal from them... after all Tuco wouldn't let it go if somebody stole from him. Hank meanwhile is having difficulties in the aftermath of his shootout with Tuco even though it has led to him getting an important promotion that will lead to him spending half his time in El Paso.
This was a great episode that showed just how far Walt has come from the opening of the series where he was a meek school teacher; who would have though that in such a short time he'd have turned into the sort of person who would direct his partner to kill people? It was good to see Hank's reaction to the shooting; all too often on television we see police officers kill criminals then carry on as if it was no big deal but hear we see an officer who is affected. Dean Norris once again did a fine job in the role; for once not being the comedy relief.
This was a great episode that showed just how far Walt has come from the opening of the series where he was a meek school teacher; who would have though that in such a short time he'd have turned into the sort of person who would direct his partner to kill people? It was good to see Hank's reaction to the shooting; all too often on television we see police officers kill criminals then carry on as if it was no big deal but hear we see an officer who is affected. Dean Norris once again did a fine job in the role; for once not being the comedy relief.
Another Great Episode
g-bodyl10 May 2014
The fifth episode on the second season of Breaking Bad is another great episode in the ever-continuing line of great episodes. It is still a little on the slow side, but the episode never feels boring thanks to some involving story lines. The acting continues to be incredible and the on screen chemistry between Cranston and Paul is stronger than ever.
In this episode, "Breakage," Walt is starting to feel better but is worried about how to pay off his bills. Jesse and Walt decides that they must become distributors and play the role that Tuco did. Meanwhile, Hank earns a promotion to a task force, but he may be suffering from health problems of his own.
Overall, this is another great episode. It's a little slow, but I believe they're only building the story so that the season will end in a bang. Nonetheless, this is still an intriguing episode. I rate this episode 9/10.
In this episode, "Breakage," Walt is starting to feel better but is worried about how to pay off his bills. Jesse and Walt decides that they must become distributors and play the role that Tuco did. Meanwhile, Hank earns a promotion to a task force, but he may be suffering from health problems of his own.
Overall, this is another great episode. It's a little slow, but I believe they're only building the story so that the season will end in a bang. Nonetheless, this is still an intriguing episode. I rate this episode 9/10.
You, Too, Can Start a Business
Hitchcoc30 April 2018
Now that Tuco is dead, the easy flow of huge amounts of money is gone. Walter and Jesse need to come to a different method of selling. Walter is hesitant and Jesse is fed up. Walter's hospital stays and cancer treatment are taking everything from him. He also gave Jesse a huge amount of money he didn't earn to keep him on board. Jesse begins to enlist his buddies to become dealers for him, he taking a cut of each sale. Skyler is getting deeper and deeper in her resentment. We know that at some point the big boys are going to move in on the small timers.
Gut wrenching and Slow
AudioFileZ26 March 2014
Warning: Spoilers
After season one it seems the series may be a bit stalled. Everything is falling apart for both Walt and Jesse save neither of them have taken a bullet. That's huge because of the confused state of affairs internally as well as outwardly. The slow building events in season two has proved to be gut-wrenching.
Things are threatening to fall apart for Walt at home and otherwise. Jesse looses his house and stash of cash, basically putting him on the street for a sad, and only slightly humorous, climb out of the depths. Hank is on a bit of high as he quite accidentally managed to bring down Tucco the local kingpin of meth. But, even with Hank there's more than a hint of something ominous. Hank receives a major promotion but is sidelined by either some kind of health related event...Or, Hank is having some kind of mental come-apart. It isn't clear yet.
So, as Walt and Jesse rebound financially by a decision to create their own distribution they're more exposed than ever. Now, being the major distributor, as well as producer, they're suddenly facing another world where if they are seen as weak a small robbery could turn into open season on their fledging operation. Walt, already scorn at home, not to mention his health, is seized with fear. He believes Jesse has to become a tough-guy enforcer with a reputation for zero tolerance of "breakage", i.e, theft. This darkness is so all-encompassing as to test the viewer's commitment. Far from entertaining, this is gut-wrenching stuff.
If it would just let up a bit it might balance out? However, the tension is why one watches as it keeps you guessing as to how the next series of events will unfold. Personally, I've been watching several episodes at a time as I never watched the series past the pilot when it was running (I confess I watched that because it was rode on the coattails of Mad Men). I remember thinking it was interesting but so dark as to be too fatalistic and devoid of entertainment value. That quality is coming back again to make it necessary to only watch, perhaps, two episodes at a stretch. Taken this way, though, I see the brilliance in keeping the viewer "beat down" along with the protagonist's lot. In effect, to allow light in would lessen then dark world in which Walt has landed. Spectacularly painful, yet addictive comes to mind as a kind of bottom line summation.
Things are threatening to fall apart for Walt at home and otherwise. Jesse looses his house and stash of cash, basically putting him on the street for a sad, and only slightly humorous, climb out of the depths. Hank is on a bit of high as he quite accidentally managed to bring down Tucco the local kingpin of meth. But, even with Hank there's more than a hint of something ominous. Hank receives a major promotion but is sidelined by either some kind of health related event...Or, Hank is having some kind of mental come-apart. It isn't clear yet.
So, as Walt and Jesse rebound financially by a decision to create their own distribution they're more exposed than ever. Now, being the major distributor, as well as producer, they're suddenly facing another world where if they are seen as weak a small robbery could turn into open season on their fledging operation. Walt, already scorn at home, not to mention his health, is seized with fear. He believes Jesse has to become a tough-guy enforcer with a reputation for zero tolerance of "breakage", i.e, theft. This darkness is so all-encompassing as to test the viewer's commitment. Far from entertaining, this is gut-wrenching stuff.
If it would just let up a bit it might balance out? However, the tension is why one watches as it keeps you guessing as to how the next series of events will unfold. Personally, I've been watching several episodes at a time as I never watched the series past the pilot when it was running (I confess I watched that because it was rode on the coattails of Mad Men). I remember thinking it was interesting but so dark as to be too fatalistic and devoid of entertainment value. That quality is coming back again to make it necessary to only watch, perhaps, two episodes at a stretch. Taken this way, though, I see the brilliance in keeping the viewer "beat down" along with the protagonist's lot. In effect, to allow light in would lessen then dark world in which Walt has landed. Spectacularly painful, yet addictive comes to mind as a kind of bottom line summation.
Handle it
Trey_Trebuchet4 February 2023
Warning: Spoilers
A solid episode.
It feels like forever since the actual drug dealing stuff has happened in this show. It's sad seeing Jesse and Walt going down this path. On one hand, Jesse is getting something of an identity and life for himself, which is nice, but at what cost?
I kind of like Skyler. She doesn't have it easy and her swings and mood changes make a lot of sense. I feel terrible for her. I was not expecting her marriage with Walt to have any kind of strain when I started this show, but it makes sense and it is compelling. It's also nice to see Hank becoming more than just a one-dimensional character in this season too.
This show is also really well shot which I wasn't expecting. This season is so far very entertaining.
It feels like forever since the actual drug dealing stuff has happened in this show. It's sad seeing Jesse and Walt going down this path. On one hand, Jesse is getting something of an identity and life for himself, which is nice, but at what cost?
I kind of like Skyler. She doesn't have it easy and her swings and mood changes make a lot of sense. I feel terrible for her. I was not expecting her marriage with Walt to have any kind of strain when I started this show, but it makes sense and it is compelling. It's also nice to see Hank becoming more than just a one-dimensional character in this season too.
This show is also really well shot which I wasn't expecting. This season is so far very entertaining.
Making business
tenshi_ippikiookami17 January 2016
Pinkman, who doesn't really seem to want to, and Walter start their business, with the help of Pinkman's friends.
This episode keeps the faster pace that it has been having in the last episodes. This is the beginning of Walter and Pinkman's kingdom, and it shows how the business starts.
However, "Breaking Bad" is still more interested in Walter's decision of destroying everything, and you can see how he is trying to control everything and everyone because he hasn't really done that ever. And lost Pinkman is the perfect victim for this violent and repressed man, who is making poor Pinkman his puppet. Walter White is showing a more violent and mean face with every episode, a man capable of everything, now that he is unleashed.
Good acting, focus and interesting plot development. Good episode overall.
This episode keeps the faster pace that it has been having in the last episodes. This is the beginning of Walter and Pinkman's kingdom, and it shows how the business starts.
However, "Breaking Bad" is still more interested in Walter's decision of destroying everything, and you can see how he is trying to control everything and everyone because he hasn't really done that ever. And lost Pinkman is the perfect victim for this violent and repressed man, who is making poor Pinkman his puppet. Walter White is showing a more violent and mean face with every episode, a man capable of everything, now that he is unleashed.
Good acting, focus and interesting plot development. Good episode overall.
Yet another return of the iconic pair
bellino-angelo201420 November 2023
After Walter White and Jesse Pinkman made amends at the end of the previous episode Jesse spends some of the money Walt gave him for paying the dockyard owner for the damages he did when he was looking for his RV, and Jesse buys a new car and a new house. Walt and Jesse start cooking again but there is one small problem: now Jesse is filed so he can't sell the drug himself and asks Walt to take Tuco's place and despite some hesitation Walt accepts. Jesse takes a chance of inviting his friends Combo, Badger and Skinny Pete in his new home and assume them as drug dealers and it will go smoothly because after Tuco's death there isn't competition tho Skinny Pete will end up assaulted by two drug addicts in an alley at night. During a family lunch Marie and Skylar will finally make amends after the tiara story just before Hank Schrader throws in a river Tuco's teeth covering that was given by his colleagues as a trophy.
It was nice seeing Walter and Jesse reunite no matter the events and as usual it's another great entry for the series that makes you want to see more and more.
It was nice seeing Walter and Jesse reunite no matter the events and as usual it's another great entry for the series that makes you want to see more and more.
Dynamic duo
firmanfmn14 December 2018
Warning: Spoilers
Our duo get back at it ,selling dope but this time Jesse make it clear that hes in charge of selling while Walt cooking,it goes well until one of Jesse seller got jacked by junkie couple,Jesse didnt make big deal about it, but Walt sure make big deal out of it they argue,this dynamic duo like they always do,argue.
In the other hand our Kleptomaniac and her sister get cool again,our DEA agent Hank got ghost by Tuco tiara or whatever that is he keeps after killed Tuco.And finally he tossed in the river.Im curious what Jesse gonna do next after we see Walt give him a gun.
In the other hand our Kleptomaniac and her sister get cool again,our DEA agent Hank got ghost by Tuco tiara or whatever that is he keeps after killed Tuco.And finally he tossed in the river.Im curious what Jesse gonna do next after we see Walt give him a gun.
A Slight Betterment, But Parts of This Episode Were Still Unnecessary
stillworkingfortheknife29 October 2013
After I was rather disappointed by the previous episode, "Breakage" is a notable improvement in quality while still not coming close to the outstanding episodes at the end of season one/beginning of season two. Maybe this is due to the ever changing writers and directors of Breaking Bad's episodes, but I seriously felt a genuine change of style between this and the last episode – and that as there weren't any major changes plotwise.
Cue plotwise, "Breakage" deals with the new style of drug contribution Walt and Jesse attempt, Hank becoming scatterbrained after a long- awaited promotion, and Skyler still having immense troubles with the lies of her husband and her sister. Of those three parts, I only really enjoyed the first one as Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul once again impressed me with their wonderful on-screen chemistry, one of the show's biggest assets that is additionally promoted by the excellent writing. In fact, the writing was so good that I didn't even mind seeing Badger and Skinny Pete again, which in my opinion are the two worst characters on the show. For the one and only time in all five seasons, my favorite scene of the episode actually involved these two characters: a consummately shot and edited drug dealing montage. I remember writing something similar for my reviews on earlier episodes, but I can't help myself: whenever it comes to scenes like that (or also the drug cooking process), I'm gazing at the television screen in awe.
As with the contras, I was annoyed by yet another puking scene I had to endure in this episode. Of course, it adds to the realism the show wants to convey, but seeing such things is just utterly disgusting and I didn't find any necessity in including that scene. That also applies for a couple of other scenes in "Breakage"; some others weren't executed as well as they could have been (Hank's promotion). Possibly, just two episodes for the episodes 3, 4, and 5 of this season could've helped to sort out some of the really useless parts and would've made them less boring when you watch them for a second time.
Cue plotwise, "Breakage" deals with the new style of drug contribution Walt and Jesse attempt, Hank becoming scatterbrained after a long- awaited promotion, and Skyler still having immense troubles with the lies of her husband and her sister. Of those three parts, I only really enjoyed the first one as Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul once again impressed me with their wonderful on-screen chemistry, one of the show's biggest assets that is additionally promoted by the excellent writing. In fact, the writing was so good that I didn't even mind seeing Badger and Skinny Pete again, which in my opinion are the two worst characters on the show. For the one and only time in all five seasons, my favorite scene of the episode actually involved these two characters: a consummately shot and edited drug dealing montage. I remember writing something similar for my reviews on earlier episodes, but I can't help myself: whenever it comes to scenes like that (or also the drug cooking process), I'm gazing at the television screen in awe.
As with the contras, I was annoyed by yet another puking scene I had to endure in this episode. Of course, it adds to the realism the show wants to convey, but seeing such things is just utterly disgusting and I didn't find any necessity in including that scene. That also applies for a couple of other scenes in "Breakage"; some others weren't executed as well as they could have been (Hank's promotion). Possibly, just two episodes for the episodes 3, 4, and 5 of this season could've helped to sort out some of the really useless parts and would've made them less boring when you watch them for a second time.
Another boring, filler, family drama
puzgolac12 December 2022
Three weak, slow episodes in a row. Granted, things are picking up just a bit here, with Walter and Jesse starting their business again, but still there is way too much boring family drama. Walter's wife is being annoying. Hank is having panic attacks. Just the kind of things you wish to watch in a crime show, right? I thought that people who are interested in such middle class life problems would go watch Desperate Housewives or some similar garbage. And Walter is still being a complete wimp when dealing with his wife, while acting all tough when lecturing Jesse, which makes it harder to like his character. And the viewer should like him, at least a bit. He is the main character, after all.
I know that this will never happen, but it would be wonderful if the writers could finally figure out the ideal length of a show or a season in a show. It is obvious even now, after only 5 episodes in this season, that it should have been at least 3 episodes shorter. Sitcoms can run for as long as people will watch them. Anthology shows can have 20+ episodes per season. But shows that have a central plot can never go for too long nor have too many episodes in a season without it having a huge negative impact on the quality of the show.
I know that this will never happen, but it would be wonderful if the writers could finally figure out the ideal length of a show or a season in a show. It is obvious even now, after only 5 episodes in this season, that it should have been at least 3 episodes shorter. Sitcoms can run for as long as people will watch them. Anthology shows can have 20+ episodes per season. But shows that have a central plot can never go for too long nor have too many episodes in a season without it having a huge negative impact on the quality of the show.
Breaking down
TheLittleSongbird3 June 2018
'Breaking Bad' is one of the most popular rated shows on IMDb, is one of those rarities where every season has either been very positively received or near-universally acclaimed critically and where all of my friends have said nothing but great things about.
Very few shows in recent memory had me so hooked from the very start that before the week was over the whole show had been watched, especially when for a lot of shows now airing watching one episode all the way through can be an endeavour. 'Breaking Bad' had that effect on me, and its reputation as one of the best, consistently brilliant and most addictive shows in many years (maybe even ever) is more than deserved in my eyes. Its weakest season is perhaps the first season, understandable as any show's first season is the one where things are still settling.
Actually everything is established remarkably from the very start, but once the writing and characterisation becomes even meatier the show reaches even higher levels.
"Breakage" may lack particularly "Grilled's" burning intensity and tautness as far as previous episodes go. It is still a wonderful episode, is definitely never being dull. Loved the character advancing for Hank.
Visually, "Breakage" is both stylish and beautiful, with photography and editing that are cinematic quality and put a lot of films today to shame, where there are a lot of visually beautiful ones but also some painfully amateurish looking ones. The music always has the appropriate mood, never too intrusive, never too muted.
The writing for "Breakage" is a fine example of how to have a lot of style but also to have a lot of substance. The dialogue throughout is thought-provoking and tense, while also have a darkly wicked sense of humour, nail-biting tension and heart-tugging pathos. The story is texturally rich, intimate, tense and layered, with the pace of it consistently deliberate but taut.
Can't say anything bad about the acting. Bryan Cranston is phenomenal as one of the most fascinating anti-heroes, or even of any kind of character, in either film or television. Aaron Paul has never been better, love the chemistry between them, and Anna Gunn is affecting. The characters are compelling in their realism.
To conclude, wonderful. 9/10 Bethany Cox
Very few shows in recent memory had me so hooked from the very start that before the week was over the whole show had been watched, especially when for a lot of shows now airing watching one episode all the way through can be an endeavour. 'Breaking Bad' had that effect on me, and its reputation as one of the best, consistently brilliant and most addictive shows in many years (maybe even ever) is more than deserved in my eyes. Its weakest season is perhaps the first season, understandable as any show's first season is the one where things are still settling.
Actually everything is established remarkably from the very start, but once the writing and characterisation becomes even meatier the show reaches even higher levels.
"Breakage" may lack particularly "Grilled's" burning intensity and tautness as far as previous episodes go. It is still a wonderful episode, is definitely never being dull. Loved the character advancing for Hank.
Visually, "Breakage" is both stylish and beautiful, with photography and editing that are cinematic quality and put a lot of films today to shame, where there are a lot of visually beautiful ones but also some painfully amateurish looking ones. The music always has the appropriate mood, never too intrusive, never too muted.
The writing for "Breakage" is a fine example of how to have a lot of style but also to have a lot of substance. The dialogue throughout is thought-provoking and tense, while also have a darkly wicked sense of humour, nail-biting tension and heart-tugging pathos. The story is texturally rich, intimate, tense and layered, with the pace of it consistently deliberate but taut.
Can't say anything bad about the acting. Bryan Cranston is phenomenal as one of the most fascinating anti-heroes, or even of any kind of character, in either film or television. Aaron Paul has never been better, love the chemistry between them, and Anna Gunn is affecting. The characters are compelling in their realism.
To conclude, wonderful. 9/10 Bethany Cox
Rewatch, 9.05/10
dcdude-269886 August 2023
This was definitely a really good episode of this show. I feel like this episode should be way higher rated, just like the last one I think. Anyways, my favorite characters in this episode were Walt, Jesse, and Skylar. My favorite things about this episode were the Protagonist, the storyline, and the acting. Not the best, but still a really good episode of this season. Even though I still place this show as my third favorite show of all time, this is still an amazing show either way. I feel like the rating and the placement in the top 250 were both well-deserved. This show definitely keeps getting better and better.
Enter Jane Jagger
TheFearmakers28 November 2020
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Somewhere along the line of dreaming lonely men there came this fantasy that Jane was a victim. She wasn't. She isn't. She's an antagonist, and gets what she deserves eventually going up against Walter. She's a junky. Brings Jesse down further than he'd been. This is her first episode. Jane. Jagger.
I love season 2
FriedToast0217 April 2021
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Season 2 I think is very underrated season I think there's a few not so great episodes but this season is packed with some masterpieces, but this isn't one of them. I also believe this is the introduction to Jane which isn't a great character, but I also didn't hate her, I thought she was decent until later in the season. Right now she's alright though, this is just a very forgettable episode, probably the most forgettable in the whole series in my opinion. Just not S tier breaking bad that well get use to later in the shows run.
More options for cooking
yahaira-729-6947018 May 2023
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It's a sad story Walt and Skyler they just don't talk one wonders did they ever really connect in an honest emotional way? She just expects him to defer to her queeney unity superiority a trait that her sister Marie share in common. This relationship spirals downward but they just tolerate and she just resents him for his lies which he denies the obvious issue. Seeing this a second time opened my eyes to Walts true greed and low self esteem because he settled for less in life. Then there's Marie and Hank. He wants to be the big cop around the office bringing down the drug dealers snd chases after the illusive Hisenberg. Marie who want to be some one seeking power in the community throgh Hanks cop work. Skyler finally confronts Marie on her lies and her thievery and wants her er to be the ideal sister which she wants back perhaps this is a pattern with all her relationships including Walt.. This story is rich on so many levels on what truely motivates desperate people and the clash of class power structures.
Making business
paullwetzel21 February 2024
Warning: Spoilers
Things are still not optimal, but life's definitely going a bit better for Jesse now that he has found a place to stay.
For Walt, it's time to make business and serious money after Tuco-times. He directs Jesse to start up his own meth distribution process and is demanding big money.
Jesse invites his friends over and gives each of them a few ounces of meth to sell as a start...can Jesse be feared sufficinetly and become the biggest drug baron on the market?
This is also the first episode in which we see Jane...tension between her and Jesse is pulpable from the start!
Nice for Jesse to get a glimpse of hope after all he's been through.
For Walt, it's time to make business and serious money after Tuco-times. He directs Jesse to start up his own meth distribution process and is demanding big money.
Jesse invites his friends over and gives each of them a few ounces of meth to sell as a start...can Jesse be feared sufficinetly and become the biggest drug baron on the market?
This is also the first episode in which we see Jane...tension between her and Jesse is pulpable from the start!
Nice for Jesse to get a glimpse of hope after all he's been through.
Not good enough
zhyarTheChosen2 July 2020
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