So this first episode is another example of the writers pumping the brakes on Jimmy’s transformation to Saul. Their original intention with the finale of season 1 was that he did not even go into the courthouse. They believed that him driving off at the end of Season 1 meant he would be in full Saul Goodman mode for Season 2. But, they decided that they *really* enjoyed writing Jimmy as a struggling protagonist with good intentions. And because they cut away before Jimmy physically turned around last season, that gave them enough wiggle room to insert that new scene of Jimmy going into the courthouse to and politely declining the job instead of just blowing it off (it’s amazing how much editing can tell a story). Jimmy’s story in this episode is essentially the writers course correcting and slowing things down for his arc. I find that kind of stuff fascinating

@tovbyte

5 ай бұрын

Yes finally someone who gets it. A lot of people hate season 2 and call it slow and boring, but really this is where the show properly switched gears and set up one of the best arcs in television history

@ShadowDAB0SS

5 ай бұрын

Is this why BCS is 6 seasons, whereas BB is only 5 seasons? 🤔

@TheDemonicPenguin

5 ай бұрын

@@ShadowDAB0SS Not really. BCS is only 1 episode longer. They're basically the same length.

Zafiro Anejo is what Gus poisoned Don Eladio with in BB.

Kin Wins! From Breaking Bad, when Walter blew up his car at the ol gas station 😂

@southmcl

Жыл бұрын

Didn't realize that until this watch lol

@pitchen

5 ай бұрын

Kin?

@SiMeTiMe

5 ай бұрын

omg never got that

@xxevilellisonxx

5 ай бұрын

Kino baby!

@owenyoung9915

5 ай бұрын

@@pitchen just how he spells it on his license plate haha.

“No way this dude has some Micky Dee shoes on” 😂😂 I guess now that you mention it, his kitted out hummer does look like it could be the Ronald McDonald mobile

I keep forgetting how good these low-key episodes are. they get lost in the hype but they are so... "Nice"

@xaviersandoval1765

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, the hype episodes get a lot of attention for obvious reasons, with all the crazy events and revelations and whatnot, but the in-between episodes are where so many little character details come out, with a lot of really great subtle acting.

@alesksander

5 ай бұрын

@@xaviersandoval1765 Thats why high episodes are much more impactful as culmination of all that character and worldbuilding.

Kim is one of my favorite female characters ever. It’s rare that a woman is written well and performed by such a great actress. Also, really appreciate the way you watch films man. The one movie I’m dying to see you watch is Thief (1981) by Michael Mann, I know you would love it. It’s my personal favorite film from him, and his visual style is so unique and influential. Manhunter is also a great movie by him that you should check out. Keep killing it man!

@JamesVSCinema

5 ай бұрын

I’ll take note of that thank you for the awesome comment and kind words for real! 🤘🏽

Really surprised you didn't catch Ken from BB (BMW driver that Walter blows up), during the Bar scene. I was waiting patiently for your realization and it never came. And also the Tequila bottle is the same kind that Gus used to poison all those guys in BB. The throwbacks were heavy in this episode. :) Great reaction as always!

@lodey

5 ай бұрын

Me too. And, the cop that responds to Pryce's burglary is also the cop who talked to Sklyer in BB when she called the police on Walter for a "domestic incident."

@wildmoose3979

5 ай бұрын

He only saw the series once and it was such a minor character that it likely slipped his mind entirely

@officialmonarchmusic

2 ай бұрын

For some reason I IMMIDIATELY caught him, saying, "Hey wait a minute, isn't that the guy who's car Walt blew up"

Seeing their relationship begin in earnest is giving me some serious Waterworks

@jacoriandent1004

5 ай бұрын

👏🏽

@depthsofabjection

5 ай бұрын

🤫

@the_ironic_goldfish4403

5 ай бұрын

Stahp

@Yora21

5 ай бұрын

And it starts by pressuring her to join him on a scam.

Yeah I’ve always viewed that last part as showing that even though Jimmy listened to Kim and went back to his work as opposed to Slippin Jimmy, but then showing that even with his return, he still can’t help but break the rules. It’s just so deep coded into him that he simply can’t help it. It’s funny that you also said that too when that scene was playing haha

@SuzakuX

11 ай бұрын

I think more than that, it shows that even when he flips the switch and breaks the rules, nothing happens and he faces no consequences. Jesse in Breaking Bad had a similar line in one of his meetings, "If you keep doing things and nothing happens, what's it all mean? What's the point?" The universe doesn't force anyone to take accountability for their actions, that's a choice Jesse had to make and it's a choice Jimmy has to make too.

@jacobmilner9290

7 ай бұрын

@@SuzakuXgreat comment

@ComedicPause

5 ай бұрын

That's sort of taking the Chuck view of things. Jimmy can't change. I think if Jimmy had a better support system, rather than a brother who resents him and a girlfriend who goes along with his scams, he could've been a fantastic and ethical attorney.

I can remember way back that someone was able to pull the audio on what the janitor in the mall was listening to when he let Jimmy out of the garbage area. It was an ESPN radio recap show from 2010. The Internet can be fascinating.

Jimmy wearing Marco's ring is definitely a nice touch but symbolises the hold that life has on him now. That it's come full circle and wrapped itself around him. Perhaps making it an ouroboros would have been too on the nose. The enjoyment Kim got out of it after her initial disapproval is frightening, but I totally get it. The feeling of freedom you get from doing something that breaks the usual routing is intoxicating at times.

I love how much you already like Kim, Rhea Seehorn is phenomenal

The beginning and the end of the episode shows the contrast of where Jimmy was then (being completely careless and ignoring the warning to turn off the switch) as opposed to where he is now (fearful of opening the door and heeding the warning of caution).

@Literally-God

5 ай бұрын

Haha that's something I never even thought about. It's like if you thought Saul's position in Nebraska (or wherever the hell he is) was bad enough, also consider that he actually CANNOT break any rules for fear of arrest. It's like his own personal hell.

This show really is the creators of BB showing they have the same amount of artistic prowess WITHOUT all the shock and gore.

He took *advanced* chemistry, ladies!

Loving the reactions, James. Cant wait to see your thoughts on a certain Salamanca

@JamesVSCinema

5 ай бұрын

Hahahaha oh I’m sure you’ll DIG IT! Lots to say!

Love the way this show handles symbolism. The light switch at the end of this episode is one of my favorite moments in the whole show.

These episodes are literally classics already Lol

Now that youre as far as you are on Patreon, I can say this cuz I didnt catch it the first time..The name of the episode, 'Switch'..at the end...he flips it...and you say, he cant help it. You just nailed who Jimmy is...and how he goes on through the show.. Chuck definitely knew it. looking back, theres so many times during the course that we see that. Thnx James! as always, keep on keepin on

I am so here for this journey. Glad you are appreciating the early episodes as it does nothing but build later! It wouldn’t work if they didn’t take the time they are taking now to build these characters.

For what it's worth the "Lester" actor is from LaCrosse, WI, so like right across the river from MN. Might be the slight Fargo accent you're picking up on. Also, Ken, was in Breaking Bad. Minor cameo that is cool

@5Amigos32

Жыл бұрын

He is also mark porch the man of 100 characters. He can do any accent known to man so long as it is within the general Midwestern area

Aahhhh, the birth of Slippin Kimmy.😂 Great moment. Awesome reaction man. Thank you. Can't wait to see you progress further. And this episode had one of the best cold opens. These black and white cold opens get better and better. But this one os my favorite. Because of the symbolism and everything we know, and what more your going to learn.

I never realized it, but the guy in the bar (11:51) is the guy that gets his car blown up by Walt in Breaking Bad.... HOLY SHIT!

The SWITCH, the light switch, the Nacho drug switch, the lester switch to a flashier more incriminating look, so much symbolisms, i hate how good this show is

Jimmy's pseudonym at the hotel was "Mr. Cumstin" 🤣

It’s cool to see Ken Wins return and being just how we saw him in Breaking Bad. Watching what Jimmy and Kim do to him is hilarious. Great reaction James, I hope you’re doing well. Take care!

Bluetooth guy is the same guy that Walter later burns the car of at the gas station.

I watch some other channels, but if I want a film makers reaction and commentary, there really is noone better than you. Your commentary just goes beyond reaction and gives us the total amateurs so much more info and a new way to relive the show (and I watched all the episodes twice.)

It only gets better James❤

Already hitting Season 2 off with a bang. Better Call Saul & Mr. ROBOT & The Bear on Patreon! Click here: www.patreon.com/jamesvscinema Much love!

@schizoposter1499

5 ай бұрын

By the way, the guy at 11:12 is the same guy whose car Walter blew up in Breaking Bad.

Blessing us James

I am absolutely LOVING these episode reactions. I love seeing you fall in love with the Jimmy/Kim dynamic. It’s the real beating heart of the show for me, and the sentiments attached to their character arcs, both as individuals and together is what gives the show the emotional core that pushes it way beyond Breaking Bad for me. Just a wonderful show and seeing you just totally fall head over heels for it is bringing me indescribable joy week to week

Great reaction as always sir! So sad how this show got snubbed by the Emmys for all the seasons including the most recent awards, this show is top tier!!

Rhea Seehorn is an absolute revelation in this series. Can’t wait to see what she does next.

Ken always keeps getting scammed 😂

Awesome reaction of my favorite episode of Better Call Saul!!!!😊😊😊😊

I just love Kim, she is a kickass professional but also has such a caring instinct.

Haha good ear. The actor is from Wisconsin. I'm a wisconsite and didn't even catch it. Dakotas, MN, and WI all share variations of the same accent

I did it. My first Patreon sub was you. It's not much, but at least I got a sneak peek at the poll. I am glad you are considering a certain show (second in the lead rn), and if not this time, then hopefully it wins in the future.

3:40 remember this for later. "The humming of the lights" is so much more haunting with later context

I kust noticed the tequila bottle for Kim's drink is the same as the tequila Gus used for the poisoning in BB.

This comment section is top tier

Just noticed Lester even has a yellow watch

You should check out a couple episodes of Mr. Show with Bob and David and see Bob Odenkirk completely dominate the landscape of '90s sketch comedy.

Double upload? 🤞😇 Gimme Jimmy!😉

There are a lot of callbacks to Breaking Bad in BCS. The alcohol Jimmy and Kim ordered is the same type Gus used to poison Don Eladio and the rest of the Cartel in Breaking Bad Season 4 Episode 10 Salud.

Also the cop was in Breaking Bad when Skyler tried to get Walt out the house

the first time i watched this episode i completely missed that it was Ken Wins from Breaking Bad lol also that the expensive bottle of alcohol they got him to buy was the same brand Gus poisoned the cartle boss with

Write "out of order"... Write "please push"... but never write "Do not push!"... am i the only one who would do it immediately? It's an invitation.

All I'll say is that watching that opening and closing scene after seeing the finale, changed how i interpreted how they should be compared/contrasted. Can't really say much more without dropping spoilers as examples.

Ken was actually in Breaking Bad season 1, Walt blows up his car.

14:26 Other than Ken, Officer Saxton here is also a returning character from Breaking Bad. He was one of the officers that were called to the White residence when Skyler tried to get Walt out of the house.

we have a lawyer in the "viewer" audience who knows some things about lawyers; there can be a snobbery regarding where a lawyer gets his degree from, this is Charles 's case.

Nothing visual in a Vince Gilligan show happens by accident. Jimmy's new office being so dark is a purposeful way to show that he doesn't really fit in or feel comfortable there, because he's not being his true self.

Daniel in Better Call Saul is played by Mark Proksch, not Lester. Lester's actor is Jay Klaitz.

Based on the glare reflection of the back of the monitor in Jimmy’s new office, I am going to say the lighting was intentional. As for people that obvious, they do exist and I have met a few. Better call Saul’s production is just top tier, I love this show! Speaking of the backroom, there is a short on youtube by Kane Pixels “The Backrooms (Found Footage)” I highly recommend it, if not for your channel, just for personal study and entertainment. Kane made that short at 17 and it’s really good.

The lid, or cap, of the unpronounceable liquor bottle, when Kin and Jimmy ran the grift.....well that is one of the beautiful subtle objects, that both series, put into play. Not a spoiler, but just beautiful film making.

the scene with the cops has big Big Lebowski vibes

The beginning scene represents Dante's "Purgatorio" where Jimmy has nothing to do but sit and reflect on what lead him to this exact moment. His punishment is solitude with nothing but his memories and thoughts of what has already transpired, and what might lie ahead if he descends. "I fear much more the punishment below; my soul is anxious, in suspense; already I feel the heavy weights of the first terrace"

I love the contrast between the opening scene and the final scene of this episode. Gene/Jimmy too scared to push that door open because he knows what the consequences can be. And then there is Jimmy who presses the light switch because he just can't help it and is attracted to things he is not allowed to do.

12:56 bro got played by jimmy and then jimmys client blows up his car bc he cuts him off at a gass station lol thats just sad

you haven't seen nothing yet winky face but the show is awesome actually the whole universe is awesome however imo both tv shows a plus tier and movie is a tier. although it was nice to see Jesse have a happy ending

You're about to lap me. I only made it to S3, I need to get my homework done before you catch up 😂

@babyspoot

5 ай бұрын

He's about to watch the series finale on his patreon 😂

@DarylHandsome

5 ай бұрын

@@babyspoot good thing I'm broke I guess lol

The birth of Slippin Kimmy!

Was that a hummingbird randomly caught in the frame at 7:48? I never noticed that until now. Crazy timing.

@shaun6038

5 ай бұрын

It is! Very cool

Anybody, What is the song at the last 10 seconds of every one of James' video?

There are absolutely people that oblivious in real life 😂 Edit: Also, you're breakdown/mentally walking through the themes in the episode at the end is exactly what this show excells at doing to the viewer.

@TheOdMan

11 ай бұрын

Your. Sorry, I can't help it.

@indicaink

11 ай бұрын

@@TheOdMan Ah shit, no, you're right lol

You know any lesser show would have make jimmy and Kim get together in the last episode of the series (like season 6 max). But better call Saul isn’t a lesser show, they got together in the beginning of season 2.

Did you recognize "KEN wins" from Breaking Bad S1 E4?

Zaffiro Añejo! 12:11

@James VS Cinema , have you watched S2 of JJK? A reaction of that would be sick if not.

Maybe he didn't switch is a very insightful and interesting interpretation of events.

Ken stays winning 😂

It was posted "1 minute ago". It had 121 likes already.

@jay4.166

5 ай бұрын

It's probably cause the videos been available for patreons for 6 months

Poor Ken didn't win this time. Kept waiting for you to recognize that guy they scammed in the bar. So many throwbacks to BB in this show.

Michael Mando IS Nacho

her acting after they ditch Ken in the bar - you can't convince me that that's not a woman in love

Switch for Kim as well.

Проверим сколько нас

Mark Proksch is from Wisconsin, so you're not far off

We need The Walking Dead after this!!!!

Kim is as dodgy as Jimmy. You will see! 🤣

Lars Olson got busted 😊

Slipping Jimmyallways

Will just throw out again for everyone’s mutual shock and aggravation- BCS was completely shut out with no Emmy’s or Golden Globes during its entire run. I believe (and am sure someone will correct me if I’m wrong) that it’s the most nominated show to never win anything.