Breaking Bad 5.2 FAQ
What’s it called?
“Madrigal.”
Who’s responsible?
Teleplay is credited to series mastermind Vince Gilligan.
What says AMC?
“Walt and Jesse pursue an unlikely business partner; the DEA follows new leads.”
Do we get another flashforward featuring a not-bald Walter White?
Not this week.
How does it start?
In a room with a fellow who looks a bit like Stephen Merchant.
The big news?
“Madrigal” is one of the best “Breaking Bad” episodes yet aired.
What else is AMC not telling us?
Pretty Scottish actress Laura Fraser (“A Knight’s Tale,” “Vanilla Sky”) joins the cast as what appears to be a major new character named Lydia. This episode is really all about my favorite “Breaking Bad” character, world-weary ex-cop and former Gus Fring henchman Mike Ehrmantraut.
What’s great?
This is a tremendous episode for both Jonathan Banks and Dean Norris. Ehrmantraut continues to rival even Raylan Givens in terms of pure badassery. The signage. The story about the foil pouch. Walt’s wait for the handshake. “Right in front of me. Right under my nose.” “Guarding the special sauce?” “Are you ready?” “First I’m hearing about that.” Pedo Schuler. Kayliegh. Lydia. Chao. Chris.
What’s not so great?
After tonight, only six more 2012 episodes remain.
How does 5.2 end, spoiler boy?
“There’s no better reason than family.”
10 p.m. Sunday. AMC.
