This premiere reminded me a lot of Mad Men. On the surface, there doesn't seem to be much going on. But there are heaps of atmosphere and interesting glimpses into well developed characters. My one issue is that I could have used a little more plot and more humour or darkness. They've clearly gone for a slow-burn approach, and I respect that. I think they pulled it off well.
The episode opens with another flash-forward to the world post Breaking Bad. I hope we get a bit more of that this season, although what we got here was great. After that, the episode picks up right where the first season left off. It's almost a bit disconcerting; it is clearly designed for binging straight from season 1 into season 2. Jimmy has a sort of mid-life crisis. His relationship with Kim takes a new turn. He considers a new job. Mike deals with a frustrating client. I enjoyed seeing Mike, although this client character (who appeared in season 1) has become so naive that it becomes almost unbearable to watch. Hopefully he won't become a regular character. The ending of the episode, the "switch" this episode is named after, is absolutely brilliant. Such a great character moment.
All in all, a fine opening. I am curious to see what direction this new season takes.
The episode opens with another flash-forward to the world post Breaking Bad. I hope we get a bit more of that this season, although what we got here was great. After that, the episode picks up right where the first season left off. It's almost a bit disconcerting; it is clearly designed for binging straight from season 1 into season 2. Jimmy has a sort of mid-life crisis. His relationship with Kim takes a new turn. He considers a new job. Mike deals with a frustrating client. I enjoyed seeing Mike, although this client character (who appeared in season 1) has become so naive that it becomes almost unbearable to watch. Hopefully he won't become a regular character. The ending of the episode, the "switch" this episode is named after, is absolutely brilliant. Such a great character moment.
All in all, a fine opening. I am curious to see what direction this new season takes.