Review By Kamal K
The show has been a surprise and delight in the way it has woven its story in an open, intricate and twisty way, along with the quality of its cast (particularly, of course, Vera Farmiga), as well as its ability to create some compelling new characters (Dylan and Emma) as well as fascinating new situations (the secrets of White Pine Bay). Bates Motel has always had hints that will lead up to the film on which it was based, but it saved the biggest nod until the last scene in this finale, and rightfully so. Hit the jump for why "not in my town, you piece of shit!"
As a villain, Abernathy was never built up to have enough emotional impact or fear beyond a few creepy turns. His advent and demise all seemed rushed, though in a typical Bates Motel switcheroo, it was great to see Romero not only kill him, but fake us out over his own intentions regarding the town and Norma. Romero has had a great character arc throughout the season, from being Norma's main antagonist to being an uncertain ally when he cleared Norma for the death of Shelby. It was totally plausible, given the town and what we've seen of Romero, that his original speech to Abernathy was true: he wanted in, and he wanted to be paid for it. The twist that it was all a ploy to gain Abernathy's trust enough to kill him was a genuine shock. Romero is still in the grey, but he really does care about that town (at least, insofar as ... weed is ok, Chinese sex slaves are not).
Great suspense series, could not stop watching. I think the actors were fabulous, I was never distracted by bad acting, IMO that means these are all great actors in this series. The story was also great, I was on the edge of my seat for the entire season.
The show has been a surprise and delight in the way it has woven its story in an open, intricate and twisty way, along with the quality of its cast (particularly, of course, Vera Farmiga), as well as its ability to create some compelling new characters (Dylan and Emma) as well as fascinating new situations (the secrets of White Pine Bay). Bates Motel has always had hints that will lead up to the film on which it was based, but it saved the biggest nod until the last scene in this finale, and rightfully so. Hit the jump for why "not in my town, you piece of shit!"
As a villain, Abernathy was never built up to have enough emotional impact or fear beyond a few creepy turns. His advent and demise all seemed rushed, though in a typical Bates Motel switcheroo, it was great to see Romero not only kill him, but fake us out over his own intentions regarding the town and Norma. Romero has had a great character arc throughout the season, from being Norma's main antagonist to being an uncertain ally when he cleared Norma for the death of Shelby. It was totally plausible, given the town and what we've seen of Romero, that his original speech to Abernathy was true: he wanted in, and he wanted to be paid for it. The twist that it was all a ploy to gain Abernathy's trust enough to kill him was a genuine shock. Romero is still in the grey, but he really does care about that town (at least, insofar as ... weed is ok, Chinese sex slaves are not).
Great suspense series, could not stop watching. I think the actors were fabulous, I was never distracted by bad acting, IMO that means these are all great actors in this series. The story was also great, I was on the edge of my seat for the entire season.