“Breaking Bad ” further reinforced his reputation in the world of television . Last week, the American magazine Rolling Stone released a list of 100 Best Episodes of All Time placing “Ozymandias “, from the series about a chemistry teacher who becomes a powerful drug dealer, at the top of the rankings.
In the evaluation, several journalists and television critics voted for episodes that were revolutionary, impactful and contributed to shaping and elevating the history of the medium . The publication analyzed “both iconic episodes of classic series and smaller productions that, at specific moments, exceeded their own expectations”.
First, journalists chose “Ozymandias”, 14th episode of the fifth and final season from “Breaking Bad”, originally aired on September 15, 2013 in the United States.
For the publication, the episode represents “the power of dramatic television, fully realized “. As an argument for choosing it as the best, the critic and editor of the series and streaming section of Rolling Stone, Alan Sepinwall no other specimen on the list is “as devastating or as meticulously prepared as ‘Ozymandias’ “.
Warning: spoilers for the “Breaking Bad” episode “Ozymandias” follow.
In the episode in question, Walter White (Bryan Cranston ) finally reveals to Jesse (Aaron Paul ) who was responsible for the death of his girlfriend, Jane Margolis (Krysten Ritter ), an event that occurred in the second season of the series. In addition, the protagonist takes his own daughter hostage to intimidate Skyler (Anna Gunn ), his wife. All events culminate in Walt’s escape and the complete destruction of his family circle.
This isn’t the first time that “Ozymandias” has been voted one of the best episodes of television.
Considered by many to be the best episode of “Breaking Bad,” “Ozymandias” is often praised as an example of excellence in television . Renowned publications such as Salon, Variety and USA Today have ranked him among the best episodes of the 2010s .
Furthermore, in 2018, TV Guide, one of the most traditional and influential television publications in the United States, named him the best episode of the 21st century . On the website specializing in TV and cinema IMDb, the episode is also listed as the most praised of the series — which is considered the best production on the platform, according to user votes.
In 2014, “Ozymandias” also won three Emmy awards : Bryan Cranston and Anna Gunn were honored with the awards for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series respectively, and the episode received the award for Best Screenplay .
Where to watch “Breaking Bad”?
Aired in the United States between 2008 and 2013, “Breaking Bad” is a series created by Vince Gilligan that follows the life of Walter White, a quiet chemistry teacher who discovers he has terminal cancer. To ensure his family’s financial security before his death, he decides to enter the world of crime by manufacturing methamphetamine.
Acclaimed by audiences and critics, the series also gave rise to “Better Call Saul “, which focuses on Saul Goodman (Bob Odenkirk ), a crooked lawyer who helped Walter White with his money and introduced him to clients in the drug market.
In Brazil, she is available for streaming on Netflix .
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This content was originally published in “Breaking Bad” has an episode considered the best in TV history; find out more on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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