In which we think about the end of things and the very end of things.

Theres a cord between our hearts, remember?

Early on the episode broaches the idea of Norman getting professional mental help.

Its one of the few programs where arguablyno onecould have a happy ending by the conclusion of it.

Like Norma says to Sheriff Romero, Were all doomed in the end, right?

It doesnt even feel like any of them evenend, but kind of just fade out instead.

Even with the explosive end to it, youre kind of just like, Well, okay then…

Vicious deaths are hardly anything new forBates Motelfinales.

The final alternative happily ever after thats presented here is in the form of Norman escaping with Bradley.

As effective as this is, it still robs us of half the power of the scene.

Regardless, weve passed the breaking point.

Were into the good stuff now.

And as messy as the voyage has been, next season is going to be the most fun yet.

As well as the messiest.

Rating:

3.5 out of 5