That Ignacio (Nacho) Varga would not make it to the end of Better Call Saul was clear. But it was very hard to see him go tonight. Unlike most of the characters in the series, as well as in its predecessor Breaking Bad, who devolve morally, Nacho tried to find the better path, though he was repeatedly thwarted. The deal he struck with Gus Fring allowed his father to remain safe but at the cost of Nacho's life, though in a final twist he went out in his own way.
Michael Mando, with his expressive eyes, was simply wonderful in the role of Nacho.
As with most of Better Call Saul, I felt I hardly drew a breath during the episode and it is only going to get more stressful in the last ten episodes of the series, particularly as we await the reemergence of Lalo Salamanca. There will be more wrenching scenes.
It remains the most creatively filmed series on TV, with its unique look and cinematography. The Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul universe is a magnificent achievement. I've sung its praises before (most recently in Never Was There More Woe) and will certainly do so again.
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