OT/FC: Better Caul Saul - 'F*** Chuck' edition!

[anon_xdc8rmuek44eq]

***SPOILERS***

Finally watched this week's episode of Better Call Saul and it was my favorite so far - this show just gets better every week. I was so excited for Jimmy when he broke the Sandpiper Landing case open despite knowing in the back of my mind that at some point, he ends up 'Saul Goodman' with an inflatable Statue of Liberty perched atop his strip mall legal office. I was hoping it would take a little while longer to get to that point, but after seeing previews for next week, it looks like things might be headed that way sooner rather than later. I love that Rhea Seehorn is always in his corner (though not completely, as she's passed a few times on partnering with him) - she's a great character and you wonder what it would take for her to bolt with Jimmy completely. They seem like more than f*** buddies, but not quite boyfriend/girlfriend. Anyway, she's far more loyal than that selfish prick Chuck. His speech to Jimmy at the end was entitled fart sniffing at it's best; and Jimmy's reaction was perfect.

Really bummed that this season is already over after next week, but excited for GoT and Mad Men to return!

 

[OldTiredLion]

The most interesting character on the show is Mike Ehrmantraut. Wish Vince Gilligan would give him more air time. Great show.

 

[anon_xdc8rmuek44eq]

Originally posted by OldTiredLion:
The most interesting character on the show is Mike Ehrmantraut. Wish Vince Gilligan would give him more air time. Great show.

I've never been overly fond of Mike. He's a great character, and knowing his motivation now makes him even that more compelling (not only in BCS, but also Breaking Bad). I have a feeling his screen time will increase as he and Jimmy move toward a working relationship.

 

[Lionguy32]

Hopefully this means we no longer have to suffer through Chuck and his character is history.

 

[tboyer]

Chuck's explosion was awful of course...

But if you consider the back story, Jimmy in his younger days probably caused Chuck (and, presumably other family members) years and years of heartache and worry. While Chuck is becoming a big time lawyer and building his practice, his brother is basically a con man for a living. Who know how many times Chuck had to use his resources to get Jimmy out of legal trouble.

I'm just saying there's a reason for Chuck's vitriol -- aside from the fact that he has lost his mind. Jimmy had his part to play in this dysfunctional brother relationship.

And I'm not sure abandoning his brother in that dark house is a very smart move on Jimmy's part -- even given what Chuck said.

 

[simons96]

here's the painful thing about Chuck's vitriol

Originally posted by tboyer:
But if you consider the back story, Jimmy in his younger days probably caused Chuck (and, presumably other family members) years and years of heartache and worry. While Chuck is becoming a big time lawyer and building his practice, his brother is basically a con man for a living. Who know how many times Chuck had to use his resources to get Jimmy out of legal trouble.

I'm just saying there's a reason for Chuck's vitriol -- aside from the fact that he has lost his mind. Jimmy had his part to play in this dysfunctional brother relationship.

And I'm not sure abandoning his brother in that dark house is a very smart move on Jimmy's part -- even given what Chuck said.

everything he says about Jimmy is true, no matter how much Jimmy seems to be trying to do the right thing

and Jimmy does become Saul Goodman, a fulfillment of Chuck's worst fears about Jimmy corrupting the legal profession

 

[PSU Paul]

Great show. I think I read it's renewed for 2 seasons right of the bat. I wonder what the ratings are cause I'm hoping it goes more than 2 seasons

 

[auxgym]

Chuck is a brilliant character!

 

[anon_xdc8rmuek44eq]

Re: here's the painful thing about Chuck's vitriol

Originally posted by simons96:

Originally posted by tboyer:
But if you consider the back story, Jimmy in his younger days probably caused Chuck (and, presumably other family members) years and years of heartache and worry. While Chuck is becoming a big time lawyer and building his practice, his brother is basically a con man for a living. Who know how many times Chuck had to use his resources to get Jimmy out of legal trouble.

I'm just saying there's a reason for Chuck's vitriol -- aside from the fact that he has lost his mind. Jimmy had his part to play in this dysfunctional brother relationship.

And I'm not sure abandoning his brother in that dark house is a very smart move on Jimmy's part -- even given what Chuck said.

everything he says about Jimmy is true, no matter how much Jimmy seems to be trying to do the right thing

and Jimmy does become Saul Goodman, a fulfillment of Chuck's worst fears about Jimmy corrupting the legal profession

The irony here is that Chuck's dismissal of Jimmy's efforts to improve himself and his standing are likely what puts Jimmy on the permanent road to Saul-ville.

And while what Chuck said 'was' true, I don't know that is still is true based on everything we've seen. His 'dirtiest' work was helping Mike rip off the police officer's notebook, and that wasn't even his idea.

 

[simons96]

Re: here's the painful thing about Chuck's vitriol

Originally posted by Midnighter:

The irony here is that Chuck's dismissal of Jimmy's efforts to improve himself and his standing are likely what puts Jimmy on the permanent road to Saul-ville.

And while what Chuck said 'was' true, I don't know that is still is true based on everything we've seen. His 'dirtiest' work was helping Mike rip off the police officer's notebook, and that wasn't even his idea.

I think that was what I was trying to say. what Chuck says is true about who Jimmy becomes.

and you're right, it may be that tirade that DOES push Jimmy to becoming Saul. A bit like a calling someone a loser so much they eventually fulfill that prophecy.

 

[Cosmos]

Love or hate him Chuck epitomizes the successful, "all knowing" big bros.

I think some of us can relate to it.