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Castiel telling Dean he loves him and coming out to express his true self is an amazing conclusion to the character growth and journey Castiel has been on since his introduction in 4x01. His devotion for Dean, while already known on a friendship level, becomes more impactful and meaningful now that it has been confirmed as romantic love and I can't wait to rewatch the series and see Castiel in this context. I took off one star for the bury your gays trope. While I do think that it makes sense that Cas would only reveal his feelings if it meant saving Dean's life, that fact that a character came out and then was immediately killed, no matter how noble the death, is an awful trope that sends a terrible message to LGBT viewers.

I kind of let it go some seasons ago on the plot and story, that are sometimes average, sometimes bad since season 6. And on that matter this episode just follow the rule. About the big event of 5×18, I'm just torn apart. On one hand, Misha Collins and Jensen Ackles delivered great acting, and I was moved to tears. But Dean's reaction doesn't feel right. He's just standing here, quietly. And the way Castiel is mentionned in the two following episodes... As if Castiel had been just some sad collateral casualty and not "family". He deserved way better.

I wanted to rate this low because castiel dies but I'm only rating 10 because of misha. He saved this show for me and he really made me cry. But they did not show him respect.

As Ms. Lady Gaga would say: "Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely-not-ever-been-done-before." Bobo Berens writes one of, if not, the most heartbreakingly beautiful love confession in television history. And under the direction of Mr. Richard Speight Jr., Misha Collins absolutely crushes that scene and leaves us in a sea of emotion. This episode will be remembered by many as of how good Supernatural can actually be when there's a team that cares about the characters and their development. Not following through with this storyline is not only a shame, it's also what makes the ending so incredibly bad.

Beautiful confession, acting choice, Misha was amazing. Jensen in that last minute makes me to empathize Dean. Sad to see how such powerful character as Cas go. Sad to see what happened next with that confession - nothing. They won't address that. But that scene with Misha and Jensen was good. Thanks to them only.

This episode has a good story and was entertaining. I wish they didn't kill off Castiel like that, he deserved to be in the finale.

Yh misha did a great job acting tears and emotions, the problem was it felt out of place just didnt fit. And the empty that took him and death looked weak. My favourite episode since it's just come bk on was the first one with mrs wood nypmh that was a great way to start the festive season the episodes since have been blah underwhelming. It is a repetitive show though and let's face it we watched it to stare at dean. Seasons 4 & 5 was the best of this series it went downhill after that but picked back up with its saving grace characters Crowley and rowena who were both a joy to watch.. this episode just didnt do anything for me sorry

This episode is the highlight of the season, one could argue this is where the story reaches one its longest-standing milestones. Viewers are rewarded with the pay off in the form of Castiel's confession to Dean, a relationship that has been brewing steadily for 12 seasons, and increasingly so during the last 3. I have nothing but good things to say about this particular episode.

The script was top-level and the acting was superb. Misha Collins, with this particular script, is given the opportunity to explore a more vulnerable side of his character, and he does a tremendous job with it. We feel what Castiel feels, we are drawn to his every word and gesture. Sadly this is also the last time we see Collins in the show, but Castiel, Angel of the Lord, has left an indelible mark in our culture, and, in part, it's thanks to Misha's charisma and Castiel's allure that the show was able to go on this long. For his part, Jensen Ackles remains a force to be reckoned with, and it's his talented acting choices, subtle yet powerful, what infuse Dean Winchester with the life-like quality we've all come to love and cherish. Both actors clearly put their hearts on their performances, and they delivered without missing a beat. The chemistry between the two is sincere, and that translates into one of the best duos in TV.

Despair, or The Truth, contains the soul of the show, and makes a bold statement; one of love, acceptance, hope and free will. Unfortunately, past this episode, the show decides to drop hastily most of the plot and disregard our characters' challenging personal journeys. For many fans 15x18 will remain the most poignant episode of the final season, and it certainly will be remembered as one of the most special and beloved in the entirety of Supernatural.

Misha's and Jensen's acting was incredible, the scene of the love confession is one of my favorites of all time, and Castiel's speech is one of the best things I've ever witnessed. That's it. Everything that happened after this episode will be happily ignored, thank you.

This ep ruined my life in the best way possible?? It's always on my mind. The speech Cas gave. Misha's acting was impeccable. The wavering of his voice is making me tear up two months after it aired. Also, Dean sobbing on the floor. The microexpressions. The dejected look of his face. JenMish brilliance. But also the subtext? Dean clutching his heart while Cas says I've got you??? Chef's kiss.