Season 1 Episode 5 - Open Thread

Talk about Episode 5, "Gray Matter."

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Walt's Son

Is this kid for real or is he an extremely gifted actor? My wife and I love the sideline of the sticky-handed sister. I personally loved the episode where the Brother in Law takes the son to the Meth Motel, dead nuts on and hilarious. The tell-tale rotting teeth says it all.

Saint Walt?

Have you ever heard of the concept of "sainting"? It refers to someone removing evidence after a person's death, so that a secret life can be kept from loved ones.

In the event that Walt is not found out before his death, do you think he would ask Jesse to clean up his effects so that his family didn't find out about the meth cooking? Would Jesse do it on his own, without being asked?

I've said several times before that Walt seems to be just a little scared of Skyler. To be fair, what I've really meant is that he doesn't want to disappoint her. He wants to meet her approval and to protect and provide for their family. The idea that he might not be able to frightens him, but he's also frightened that she might find out how he chose to meet his obligations. I think even death wouldn't remove this fear.

OK, one more spin on this topic: Skyler DOES find out. Would she hide the information from their daughter, Holly, as she grows up?

Season 1 Episode 4 - Open Thread

Talk about Episode 4, "Cancer Man."

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Reruns

We enjoy Breaking Bad so much...the acting is top-notch which makes the whole story so believable. We were enjoying watching the reruns "On Demand" and now they are not available. Will they be made available in the very near future???? We can't hardly wait for Season 2!!!!

New Season?

7 episodes is more like a tease than a season. Have they shot the next season? Or must there be deals made at the networks first?

Season 1 Episode 3 - Open Thread

I think the third Episode is the first time we really see the emotional toll that Walt's decisions are taking on him. In the first two episodes, the consequences of his actions seemed almost slapstick--a body falls through a tub, an RV crashes into a ditch. But now I think we see that he is truly concerned his actions are costing him

There's a definitive split between what Walt does and how he feels about doing it. Killing Krazy 8, for example: I think there is little argument that it needed to be done. And yet when it's finished, all Walt can say is "I'm sorry." What once seemed like dark comedy is starting to set in as cold reality. Walt has chosen this path, and he must accept it, warts and all.

Perhaps he is in the wrong business--but I think at this point, he's in too deep.

What did you guys think about third episode?

Am I the Only Recovering Meth Addict Out There?

I've really enjoyed the series because it shows me my "bad old days" and I'm glad I'm not there anymore. A friend asked me if Breaking Bad is realistic. Pretty much. Ya gotta have cajones to cook and distribute, for sure. Then if you get a stupid tweaker for a partner, it's gonna go against you big time.

I think this series would be good for older kids to watch so they could see for real what they are getting themselves into, and not be pampered by some "After School Special" version.

I LOVED the "Mormons as killer bikers" episode, except, you only feel that scared of the Mormons coming, you don't hallucinate quite that badly. Though I never had anything as pure as the tweaker had, nor as large a quantity.

I pray they have the series on again. Well written, well acted, and entertaining is a rare commodity on TV. This show has it all.

Dreaming of Season Two

Just for fun, as we WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION (sorry...that's me getting impatient) of a second season, how about a lil' viewer speculation and or fan wish lists.

To encourage plenty of participation I'll make it very easy to play along.

You must:
~Choose four different characters
~Make a prediction or season two wish for all four characters
~Mark each one, next to the name, 'Speculation' or 'Wish' (feel free to do one or both) and keep each thought to a 25 word max.

Example:
HANK-Speculation - Hank will find out about Walt but keep his mouth shut about in exchange for Walt staying quiet on his wife's lil habit.
HANK - Wish - Hank, seeing Walt and Jessie together, will start pressing Jessie on Walt is up to.

Sound like fun?

While I'll need a day or two to mull over my own predictions and wishes I look very forward to reading all of yours as we WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION! (Yeah! I'm still impatient but I want more... AMC should be flattered and pleased we want it that *BAD* ) on a second season of Breaking Bad.

Season 1 Episode 2 - Open Thread

What do you think of the second episode of Breaking Bad?

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"Art"

This is the first TV series since Twin Peaks that I would call art. This show rocks! Profuse thanks to everyone involved for providing us with this beautiful series - I really enjoy being able to look forward (excitedly) to the next episode.

I love every actor, but I must admit being partial to Aaron Paul. He is completely amazing. I thought about him, his character, and just what it is that makes a great actor all day today. Keep pushing it, make it explode. I wish the censors would give this show free rein to do whatever the hell it wants. (I wish that about all shows, but this one really deserves the freedom to go wherever it is that it needs to go.) Just beautiful. And Aaron, if you're ever in Cleveland, look me up, PLEASE. Thanks again to all involved for the ART.

Season 1 Episode 1 - Open Thread

What did you think of the first episode of Breaking Bad? What did you like? What did you find interesting?