How Lalo dazzles the don | Better Call Saul S5E10 "Something Unforgivable" | Basement Breakdown

[@oldcat7]

The gravel noise turning into thunder/battlefield was an amazing choice. That's how you end a season finale.

[@turbochargedfilms]

Definitely! I never read it as such (I felt the low pass filter closing in represented that Lalo's focus was zooming away from all the showmanship into a singular thing, symbolised by the overtones going away as the resonance amplifies just the fundamental), but this is a really cool interpretation too. No wrong answers here I'm sure :)

[@LumilusD]

Just wanted to say these breakdowns are really great. Personally, I wouldn't be against you going back to the first three seasons and analyzing those too!

[@dog-eared6991]

Look up Better Call Saul Polite Fight. It's a series of videos he did for AVClub during season 2. I don't think he's done videos for seasons 1 and 3 though.

[@rs5352]

dog-eared - It’s funny because right around the 5-minute mark in the Amarillo video, you can see on John’s face that “Yeah this Gus sh*t ain’t gonna work.” It was doomed almost as it began. We’re lucky they made it through that season. 🤣

[@lisalove511]

As well as breaking bad

[@yoyogster]

There's an interesting juxtaposition between Ignacio unwillingly going to Lalo's home turf and Mike being taken care of in Gus's pueblo in the episode "Dedicado a Max". Both are recruiting a second-in-command. Lalo's fire pit vs Gus's water monument. An elder lady who cooks. Maybe even more

[@jaredkino9258]

Two Ological breakdowns in one day?? I feel like the Don myself right now!

[@mihaa94sky]

With Hector, Don Eladio simply shakes his hand. He lets Bolsa hug him but doesn't hug back. Lalo he hugs like he's his dearest friend and relative.

[@donniecastro49]

Would love to see a little background episode on how Lalo, Tuco and the Twins acted towards the Don & see how they each behave around him when they were younger.

[@Superninjajoe]

How do you find stuff like the MAX on the chicken fry container. Out of this world attention to detail. Great as always!

[@6Pope9]

how did the creators even put that there

[@icey984]

I assume he writes down everything he sees.

[@ryanrich06]

@@6Pope9 it’s the “max” fill line for the oil. Every fryer has that.

[@edwardcatt2399]

_Man,_ I just about had a heart attack when Nacho was sneaking out into the garden with a view to unlocking the gate . . . only to be confronted with an apparently relaxing Lalo guarding the thing! _That_ was tension!

[@WlatPziupp]

The most beautiful kind of tension. The kind where it's relaxed on the surface, but we know and feel the violent and overwhelming undercurrent will inevitably upend everything. Even better than that: We know what's supposed to happen, we know how important and impossible the appearance of calm is for one of the two, we know it's likely the illusion will fall at any moment, and we know how dangerous that would be. It's suspension, dread, tension, and demand for absolute calm at the same time. If Lalo could see me watching them during that scene he'd know something was up immediately, it does such an amazing job of forcing emotion on the viewer

[@bncbcbbc31]

imagine not nominating Rhea Seehorn, Bob Odenkirk, and Jonathan Banks for acting at the emmys.

[@skatefan9495]

Or Tony Dalton.

[@Lunesscape]

I didnt notice this until rewatching the series but the fith season begins with kims footsteps coming into focus in the premier and ends similarly with Lalo's footsteps fading out, just a cool little hidden thing I noticed

[@BimbisOBrian]

Hey. I really hope you don’t have days when you feel like creating these videos is too hard, or isn’t worth it. They are magnificent. You highlight and expand details of production I never noticed, in ways that teach me how powerful the art form is at large. Crazy stuff, thank you!

[@TheDiervek]

Lalo is the best charismatic villain since Hans Gruber in Die Hard.

[@philhellmuth2771]

Werner Ziegler

[@sitemks]

@@philhellmuth2771 ZIEEEEEGLERRRRRR

[@roberts663]

Hans Landa Inglorious Bastards

[@Snakie747]

The stuff with Ciro is the absolute darkest Lalo-related moment in the show. Yes- even darker than him not caring about the family of the random guy he killed. You get a sense from the way he speaks to the kid when he thinks that he started the fire in the kitchen that he cares about him- the way he is critical to him feels very much like "tough love" to me. He has a mentor or even father figure type relationship with him. Yet, without hesitation or even a second thought, he uses him as a meat shield. All relationships are disposable.

[@christophernogas5032]

Are you an English teacher? Your use of linguistics and keen eye for foreshadowing is beautiful

[@lorenita7771]

In the car scenes I see Lalo as wanting to do things himself instead of resorting to a mechanic. He eventually figures out the issues. He doesn’t send men to do things, instead he goes and does the leg work himself. He’s a man that likes to see things and hear things for himself, show me-tell me.

[@BrianSinai]

This is a wonderful series. It's a credit to the show that there is so much to discuss and a great credit to John for producing such compelling, detailed and entertaining analysis. For me the lesson is: Pay Attention and you will be rewarded. Thanks. :)

[@ManuelGuinand]

The analysis of the light that Lalo shines and it's extended through the sun in the next cut...! Ouh man that's gold!

[@Quetzalcoatl83]

Yep, Max was Gus' lover/boyfriend since Lalo says something to Juan about Hector shooting his "noviecito". Which means his little boyfriend, but not as a friendship but as a lover.

[@AndiLawson27]

I keep wondering if Eladio clinking out and saying "showmanship" is supposed to make us draw parallels between Saul and Lalo. How similar are they?

[@rs5352]

Ological mentions that too in his two-part breakdown of “Magic Man.”

[@DiGra7]

The wrapped brick of cash from Lalo to Don Eladio. The Box is yellow and the ribbon is red. That’s Los Pollos Hermano’s colors. 10:38 Also, Don Eladio foreshadowed Lalo’s escape in this episode. He said that he thought Lalo was going to break himself out of the prison with a machine gun (he even did the sound). But that’s what Lalo actually did in the season finale, to survive the assassination.

[@ekortsec]

When Lalo starts walking back towards the estate, the lighting makes it look as if the entire place is on fire, and so the Magic Man is walking right into the flames. Now that's showmanship!

[@TheLegendofGumby]

Props to releasing both of these at the same time. Most other creators would’ve put them up like a week apart to build up hype or maximize revenue or whatever. Can’t wait for more content sir, your analyses are unparalleled.

[@bearc903]

I was really shocked seeing your sub and viewer numbers, your production quality and insights are definitely in the Gold Plate tier, hope to seeing you there soon. Your Basement Breakdowns are adding a ridiculous amount of (rewatch-)value to BCS, can't wait for Season 6.

[@teenariley7320]

JUST SEEING A NOTIFICATION FROM YOU MAKES ME SMILE AND I HAVEN’T EVEN WATCHED IT YET! YOU ARE ALWAYS WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED!!! THANKS IN ADVANCE!!!!!!!

[@ologicalonline]

Aw. You're the best Teena. Thanks for watching 💙💛

[@scram2012able]

Caution tape as a warning from a Greek chorus... LOVING THIS!!!

[@lukengyankwong4846]

As great as this show is, it's usually wasted due to its greatness. It blends so much symbolism, so well that usually we overlook it and glance over it. You videos keep showing clearly just how great the show is, for that i thank you!!

[@artsikk6876]

dude your reviews are insane. exactly what i needed in this Bcs drought, you have an amazing eye to detail!

[@leonardohernandez9804]

WHERE ARE YOU!? WE NEED YOU FOR SEASON 6

[@drewmiller99]

Love your breakdowns. I'm embarrassed I miss so much of what you see.

[@firewoman2863]

Thank you, John! Your hard work is much appreciated and now I'm gonna re-watch the entire series. It will be interesting to see how this Covid experience affects the tone of Season 6. God, I love this show.

[@ruthbeveridge8655]

Didn't disappoint! Thanks for another excellent breakdown...when I have breakdowns they aren't quite so eloquent. ;)

[@organicphoto]

It’s criminal how few views these breakdown videos get. I love BTS and consider it to be the best written show on TV and one of the best of all time and yet most of the review videos I see are a pale shadow in comparison to the quality of the breakdown videos on this channel!

[@humanpart]

im really going to miss these breakdowns have you considered covering earlier episodes? i'd love that

[@joshseitz2095]

that'd be so dope! i love the last couple seasons of bcs, but seasons 1-3 are still my fav and id love to see a deep dive on those

[@kingfadal4711]

human part or other shows He gotta do some other stuff also He’s too good at it to do only BCS

[@damonmoney4474]

Can't wait for the S6 speculation!

[@MythJJ]

I see the big blue trash can at the beginning- with the black ruins of the store + the two chickenheads- as a metaphore for the Gus and Max at the pool - with Don Eladio.

[@peysoss]

Absolutely brilliant, love your work!

[@Hugo_Tate]

Lalo using the kid as a shield was hilarious lol he’s ruthless and I love it

[@bluepink75357]

11:19 When they drink, Nacho doesn’t drink the whole glass and Don Eladio pays attention to it. He knows Nacho’s no fool from the start.

[@TJ-928]

I'm stoked for season 6, in part because I can not wait for the story to continue but also because I also cannot wait for these breakdowns! I love them!

[@sthondat17]

All these breakdowns are great, but this one is the best one yet, IMHO. I had not consciously noted the visuals, framing, and focuses used in these scenes, but now I can read them loud and clear. Thank you!

[@drewroberts139]

Please come back for season 6! You have the BEST breakdowns...

[@wattsnottaken1]

I love the look on her Bolsa’s face when realizes what Lalo is doing. Trying to impress the Don Eladio. (Most likely so he’s in already in a good mood when he meets Nacho so Nacho can get a promotion.)

[@jason5265]

I’m so excited for season 6. You’re so good at this, I’m surprised you don’t breakdown other series as well

[@kirkjohnson9353]

I look forward to these videos every bit as much as I do the show itself. Thank you very much. Many people really appreciate what you do with this beloved show.

[@idlevera]

thank you for the breakdowns this season, John! I've been a fan of your TV coverage ever since I discovered your Six Feet Under analysis, and your mind continues to amaze me and deepen my experience with my favorite media. all the best!

[@arthurmorgan8454]

TightTightTight!!!!!!!! You sir are CRAZY GOOD! seriously mind boggling breakdowns, wish you made such breakdowns of some other good shows too, NARCOS, GOT, etc. i wouldnt mind watchin it even though those shows are over, keep dazzling us sir, good luck.

[@derrickmillion]

fuckyeah im so glad im still getting breakdowns from season 5 so long after it ended. appreciate your pacing!

[@BenAstarb]

I don't want to waste my time watching any other breakdown on youtube. I understand you probably need plenty of time to create these, but I seriously hope you're working on season 6 episodes!!! All the best man

[@neilkooiman6308]

Incredibly insightful breakdowns I have to say. Big points on the Louis 13 Cognac snipe. Lalo is da man.

[@gb731]

Just found these breakdowns after going into Saul withdrawal waiting for next weeks episodes, they’re golden. Hope you make a return for the new season sometime, I’m sure there’s plenty to analyze.

[@baxydriver]

Season 6 new basement breakdowns? I would love it 😍

[@imma5269]

Quality of your analysis is the absolute best in this space on KZbin right now, appreciate the videos

[@deepcutvideos9268]

Such a consistent level of incredible analysis and excellent, likeable, delivery throughout these breakdowns. I'll join the chorus of voices begging you to go back to the start and do this for season 1 - 3, you'd make a lot of people very happy. My favourite Better Call Saul characters are Jimmy, Kim, Lalo, Nacho and you - not necessarily in that order. Keep up the great work, man!

[@lakeside1168]

Your analysis of this show mirrors how I feel about it. You can talk about each scene for half an hour because there's just so much going on. I think some of the best discovers or realizations founded in the breaking bad universe may have not even been intentional. There's so much going on all the time that we could read into stuff that Vince never considered. Bravo Vince Love your videos

[@CircuitRider]

Love your analyses, John. Been a fan since those Six Feet Under reviews on the AV Club! Can't wait to see your thoughts on the rest of Season 6 of BCS, such a masterpiece.

[@marcoleccacorvi3164]

Fantastic breakdown of the subtle shooting and framing. Great insights. Max on the fryer oil. Genius spot. Thanks so much.

[@Sugarplum99]

Ological breakdowns of BCS are absolute best of best! Thank you 😊👍🏻

[@arctal]

waiting for season 6 breakdowns now :P

[@happyunicorn3417]

Anybody else here find themselves actually feeling SAD that this great complementary Lalo/Nacho partnership was not to be? I was surprised to feel that way, especially about a criminal empire that's realistically going to unleash all sorts of mayhem on society! If you totally ignore the context, this day went very well for all of them except maybe Bolsa.

[@daniilboginich76]

The best review I ever saw. Please continue.

[@xdanbo1859]

If they do a spin off of BCS, I would love if it was centered on Lalo.

[@bobzelley5100]

This guy is excellent in content and delivery . One could use it for a on line college elective class

[@Groedhaette]

This is great. You are very gifted. Excellent analysis!

[@216cle]

We need you back Mr goat

[@TJ-928]

I come back to this episode every other few days to get my fix until season 6. Absolutely can not wait for the season 6 breakdowns man!!

[@bryansilva6681]

Brooo, these basement breakdowns are killer. I’ve been viewing your videos for Better Call Saul the past couple of days and can’t wait to see what other content your channel offers. Thanks for the thorough analysis 🤘

[@ArbitraryGravity]

You've done phenomenal work this season! Looking forward to whatever else you have in store.

[@wooster1173]

It will be a long long time to wait before Season 6. Please do some other breakdowns. I am pretty sure you have left some material behind.

[@deadpool-wp1eq]

I am blessed to have seen such a great show. I can die in peace now.

[@pran10000]

Amazing attention to detail man....

[@paulmhoward]

Geeze. Fantastic breakdown. Are you a teacher? You definitely have that gift haha

[@MadamFoogie]

I'm glad you agree that Gustavo and Max were likely lovers. My friend and I got into a pretty heated debate about that. Thanks for the upload. Although, I have to admit, I'm a little saddened that this is the end of your analyses for a while.

[@ologicalonline]

No need to be sad! There's more to come, on the Better Call Saul front and otherwise. Thank you so much for watching!

[@lugardo]

this video is literally a college lecture. So well made and insightful!! 10/10

[@donniecastro49]

These videos are awesome pls continue to do more shows or even movies !!

[@Alphadanielmon]

Best Saul breakdowns on KZbin. Hope to see you keep doing these next season

[@lancecowburn1693]

This was great! Very good job👏🏻

[@toots190]

You are amazing! I love this show already, but you really make me respect it more and more.

[@Farhan-xu6rr]

best breakdown I have ever seen with cinematographer perspective

[@jain0702anubhav]

one of the best person to do the breakdowns of a well written show that inspires me to write

[@Ulyssesrodetotown]

Great pick up on Louie 13th. And I like what you say regarding the importance of pairs as complimentary forces and a mysterious trinity force beyond them, as players vie for power. So much of the drama is fueled by the dramatic anchor-points of A and B character pairings. In both Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul they are always of the type - Unstoppable force meets immovable object. Not always initially but certainly by their denouement, think Jimmy and Chuck. Over and again, the dynamic between two characters (And often as internal conflict in one character) we get A persona + B persona creates a C super-persona. Prepare for coming entropy in the explosive resolutions between: Mike and Lalo, Saul and Kim, Nacho and his father, Jimmy and Saul, Swatting Kim and Robin Hood Kim, Gus and Lalo, Salamanca and Fring, law and disorder, etc etc..sensational!

[@vhampyre01]

I want to watch shows the way that you do. You point out things that never occurred to me...completely escaped my notice. I do hope that you continue this through the rest of the series all the way to the end. Will you do that?

[@icey984]

Can’t wait for the New season and your videos

[@farrelljohnson1849]

ive been looking for your channel for a few hours. i remember i watched your videos on s5 bcs and it compleatly changed how i watch all media. no one else does it like you do and ive been re watching bcs with my new gf and she loves these analysis too. you really deserve to be bigger. you do good stuff keep it upppppppp !!!

[@Hugo_Tate]

Geeeez. That max writing on the boiler. Great touch

[@notchback93]

I want to say that Lalo has become my favorite Better call Saul character

[@fromtherubble6890]

Splendid analysis... best episode in the history of 'Better Call Saul'... loved Lalo's offensive

[@vincentvandervelden3554]

18min glued to the tv Another great one Thanks

[@ppvk2610]

Wow man this stuff is amazing 👏 You make watching this series as if reading a book, in which it is easier to go in deep, easier to relay personal motivations and all.. Like last season of BCS is already so great, and this really adds so much.. Its kinda sad for Lalo and Nacho.. I think Nacho would've loved to be that second man if it wasn't for Gus threatening his father..

[@lisalove511]

This guy’s commentary gives me tingles!

[@backlashcounter8794]

Love these breakdowns. Really hope you continue and potentially do it for earlier seasons! One thing I thought is nachos plan to divide the biker gangs and take them out one by one also kinda foreshadows lalos approach against the assassins.

[@AlphaBeastHD]

Just stumbled across these analysis videos and I love them! Exactly what I wanted after an episode when Season 5 dropped. Really invoking thoughts.

[@fotiskaf]

Wow, why so few subs.. Your perception is crazy! Good analysis.

[@POZsquadHSG]

This is super well done. Really impressive.

[@dantyler6907]

Lalo will take out Kim in BCS. This will be the event that causes Saul to become the character in BB. Hard for me to swallow 6 seasons of BCS and only 5 seasons of BB were made! The writers better make season 6 of BCS better than ALL the others!

[@jbecket42]

Excellent work as always!! Thank you very much!

[@Ahmad-rc6vu]

These videos are so amazing! Missing BrBa and BCS and your videos are a great help in reliving the latter and learning so much more about just how much attention to detail was put into these. Are you planning on making these for BrBa as well? I can imagine a lot of us wanting to see those, too.

[@RedDeadGunslingerOutlaw]

Better Call Saul is the greatest work of artful story telling ever in history

[@mg7757]

Awesome analysis. Roll on season 6!

[@6_dogs]

9:59 also reminds me of the upward camera shot of Lalo dropping the keys to his car while getting arrested in “Wexler v. Goodman”.

[@willrobinson5609]

Thanks again for the breakdowns!

[@King_Flush]

Epic. Just an epic show.