Redemption of Munch makes the theme complete -both Dot and finally him. Gator as well. He finds sight as a blind man. And even Lorraine frost melts a bit.
Yes. Dot preserved her choices in life..fought for them and won. Will was the price to be paid for the evil of Roy's world. There are sacrifices in anything worth saving.
Despite all the awful things Gator did throughout the season, it broke my heart when he asked Dot if she really saw his mom. That really got me. And Dots response saying she came to her as an angel in a dream was perfection.
Agreed. I really appreciated that Dot saw Gator as a victim of Roy’s abuse as well. Of course it doesn’t excuse his terrible choices but it does give reason for Dot to forgive him.
Happy to see the replay of Gator leaning on Dot for comfort from the puppet episode. Full circle moment that felt earned. Dot shows her true character. She is a forgiving person. All it took from Gator AND much was a simple apology, and she throws baked goods made with love at them.
I agree with y'all - the beginning "battle" seemed anticlimactic. But - I think that was part of the point. These crazy anti-Gov't folks think they can raise their own army - THIS is what happens!😂
I’ve been predicting that Dot was training Scotty to be a Tiger like herself all season. That she’d step in and save the day. In the end I was kind of right. She trained her to Love. That helped save the day. Go Dot!
I thought the scene with the biscuit was like Dot giving Ole Munch Holy Communion made with love and joy to overcome sin. She said that he also needed to be forgiven. Dot was forgiving Munch. It was the conquest of the New Testament over the Old Testament "eye for an eye" morals of Munch and Sheriff Roy throughout season 5. It was interesting that Dot's addition to the biscuit recipe was the use of "milk and honey."
Yes. I read in a comment from a different recap video, someone said the orange soda was the wine and him washing his hands was symbolic of washing away his sins and then of course the biscuit being the body. I like your addition with the milk and honey.
Okay I loved this finale and Dot and her family and the power of love over evil All wrapped up in biscuits. We break bread together to resolve conflict, to bring families and friends together. I loved Gator's selling out Roy and Roy getting his punishment, comeuppance from Lorraine for life as long as it lasts and those prisoners are gonna make sure they continue getting their commiserary. I was sad about Dot's Trooper. That final scene with Munch was outstandingly weird, sweet and indicates you can be centuries old and still able to change. I'd love to have a meal with Dot and her family 😊 The writing was outstanding! I love the Fargo series so much and can't wait for the next one. Thank you Matt and Jess for your excellent and fun analysis 👏. See you soon. One last thing, even if you're not recapping Power series for now, when I watch certain scenes I find myself saying Omg I hope Matt and Jess are watching this. Everyone have a wonderful week at work school home traveling and play 🎉
@seraeggobutterworth5247 I agree with you totally! Nothing makes my husband happier than home cooked meals. He comes running or limping (he's 73 years) into the kitchen when he smells food, gives me a big hug and says I'm loving you so much tight now! 😂
@@lisarood9509 kids probably put with a relative n if Karen either turned states evidence or jail time Karen would of ended up dead if she stayed with Roy
@@lisarood9509Karen went to jail. Probably lesser sentencing since she was very young and kind of a victim (of her dad and husband’s constant misogyny and abuse) herself. But she did help keep Dot hostage.
It was a beautiful finale. Honestly, they gave me what I didn't know I wanted. I was expecting action all the way to the end, but instead it focuses on tying everything up thematically and I'm for it. It feels like a really complete and meaningful season for it.
Matt I agree, Witt's death was upsetting. Witt new the total evil of Roy with his dealings with him and in reality would of dealt with the threat of him approaching with a knife. Witt would have seen the throat cut of the father in law as well. LEO's in training are taught how deadly a knife can be in close combat.
To all the people suggesting that they should have references to the previous seasons of Fargo: WHY? Why is that SO important? Is it because it's how it has always been? I think you all need to be like Ole Munch and munch on a biscuit! :D Stop complaining about these erroneous things and be thankful we have quality TV in a year that's been mostly crap due to strikes.
@@MattandJessTVI like to think he will. Dot told him what he most likely already knew about his father, but didn’t want to admit it to himself. I think Dot’s forgiveness and compassion for him after everything he did, will have a huge impact on him. She recognized that he was another victim of Roy’s abuse, both directly and indirectly.
Well Gator didn't kill Roy,but he did give him up. Dot got to shoot Roy,but he will live a very brutal life in jail😂 happy about that. I was really upset when Whit died 😢. It was an excellent season,very well acted,and I was happy with the ending. Sorry Jess,we didn't get to see Roy's nipple rings being ripped off,but I think they will in prison lol. Sorry Matt,no tank
I was expecting Munch to drop over after eating that biscuit of love. He was so tired it seemed. 500 years is a long time to be on this earth. I was expecting Roy to break out. It was anticlimactic as another viewer wrote.
Cece, GIRRRL, I couldn't agree more! Hell, 5 MINUTES is a long time on this 🌎 if you're so unfortunate as to be in the company of people who work your last available nerve, am I RIGHT 😂😩 🌹? P.s., have a great day, ok? And stay warm and dry.
Great ending! Great season! Dot sure is a tiger but she can also kill them with kindness. Also, I think Roy’s new friends will take care of those piercings 😅
It was sad when Gator asked Dot if she saw his mom. That quietness of knowing she is no longer around anywhere or ever coming back validated .But that she’ll be around as a mother figure.
Great ending… Second best season of the series! Munch may have been my favorite character. Love you guys for doing a review so fast! Appreciate your fantastic support of this series! I’m subscribed! And I am looking forward to other series!
Thank you so much! We've got a lot of great murder-mystery coverage this month in particular with True Detective, Death and Other Details, Monsieur Spade, Criminal Record, and the Woman in the Wall! -Matt
I was so upset with Witt’s death.. if there is a new season, I would have LOVED to see him in it. Overall, I enjoyed the finale. Roy got what he deserved! Loved the ending with peace. This was definitely my favorite season.
It’s just good storytelling! 40 minutes of bang bang bang bang bang is not entertaining. There’s only so much they can do with that. Was thrilled with the resolution at the end and the ultimate feet of everyone. Very sad to see the cop killed- that felt unnecessary
In E9 there was a reference by Roy to a firefight with a piglet and the FBI agents mentioning that a piglet was missing from the sheriffs supply. A piglet is a machine gun that was described in Season 1 in Lester Nygaard's brother's arsenal.
You both nailed all that I was feeling as well. Very satisfying ending, wrapping up the tense loose ends. Dot's compassionate heart trumps all the wicked, twisted evil.
Great review, guys! A few of my observations: I think Roy received an ending worse than death, i.e., Lorraine sentenced him, "To the pain." It seems Munch(sp) is a contrast to the " I can help" robot in season 3. A robot is unaffected by the horrors and sins experienced through the ages. He kept his code to the end. Munch shows the effect those same experiences would have on a human. However, "a man" can change his code. Munch's constant referencing himself as "a man" was the writer's way of telling us to draw this comparison. While everybody else is carrying guns, I think I'll just carry a few pancakes, oatmeal cookies, and biscuits!
Possibly I missed important details that one or more of you can fill in. Do we know that Gator gave up Roy only from the one sentence uttered by one of the law enforcement officers; “His son gave him up.” Are we left imagining that Gator blindly stumbling through the underground tunnel knew that Roy would be doing the same thing and emerging though the manhole-like covering like he did?
I thought I would be really upset if Roy didn't end up dead at the end, but I'm quite satisfied with how this story ended. And like you, the last scene made me smile too.Bravo to all the actors. Every one of them played the heck out of their roles. Okay, Matt and Jess...now back to The Bear. I've been waiting. :)
@@MattandJessTV hi! What I like is she is GI Jane it is awesome. I hope you two are doing traitors 2 because I am rooting for Dan the man!!! I think he wine the way Marcos interview went with Rob. Or wishful thinking 🤔
I had the same reaction of what are they going to do for the next 30 minutes after the siege. Loved the last scene with Munch talking and Wayne just trying to have a "normal" conversation with him. The ending did leave us all with smiles. Funny how no one can pronounce Ole because Gator told Roy it was "ooo-lah" at the beginning of episode 3. Glad something finally got made with the Bisquick since the pancakes never got finished in the first episodes. And yes, Bisquick is an upper midwest staple.
I thought this was the best season of Fargo yet. The message took 10 shows to make us see it but it sure hit home. Love and forgiveness trumps hate and vengeance. Great analysis, Matt and Jess!
@@JessicanycI don’t think his death was necessary or satisfying. I don’t know thematically what it’s trying to say, other than just shock value. I think it would’ve felt right for him and Dot to survive together after starting together.
The finale was possibly the greatest hour of tv of all time in my opinion. Nothing played out the way I thought at all. I almost thought Roy was going to get away....I did NOT expect Witt to die & Lorraine's scene with Roy was absolutely magnificent. Was worried to death about what was going to happen to Dot & amazed that Gator would get some redemption. This season tops season 1 for me. Brilliant writing & directing.
This was a wonderful finale. Very satisfying. All the strings were tied up. I liked that all our key players had a part to play in his downfall. I really liked the ending with Monch. I agreed with everything you said. I’m actually glad there wasn’t a big standoff.
So much to love. FARGO is AMERICAN HORROR STORY for readers with discriminating taste. PERFECT resolution for Roy Tillman. When Lorraine dies the Pantheon should make her an official vengeance goddess. I love Dot's perfectly Dot-like response to Ole, which is basically (my words, not her's) "If your code's the problem then change your durn code!" I love that Lorraine hugged Dot but does not have an Ebeneezer Scrooge transformation- she's still as cuddly as a cactus. I love the recipe and want to try it. I love the A MAN CALLED OLE ray of hope at the end. I hate that Witt died, but, I understand it dramatically. I'd rather Gator died instead, but, between blinding and consideration of his childhood, I think most of his debts are cancelled and for those that aren't they can set a repayment scheduled. He's more sinned against than sinning at this point. Would love to know what became of Karen and the girls. No clear connection points to other seasons, though my fanboy retcon is that Lorraine's maiden name is Gerhardt and she's the oldest of Dodd's surviving daughters.
The only “loose end” for me is maybe something with Lars Olmstead, who I am convinced is a nephew or some relation to Margie (Olmstead was her maiden name). The timeline fits and it would have been a kick if he was kicked out and had to move in with aunt Marge or something. 😂
I knew deputy Witt Farr would die because he entered the tunnel Alone, with no backup. I always wondered why I never saw Ole Munch eat or drink anything, it gave me great joy to see him smile and know that someone truly cared about him. Well, I think season 5 is now officially my favorite season.
Roy hired Moonk to kidnap Dot. Roy is now in jail. So, why was Moonk at Dot's? To kidnap her and take her where? To kill her? Why would he do that? I guess I just don't get it. Help!!!
He felt he still had to get his “payback” for her chopping his ear. He’s very Old Testament and was seeing it as very “tit for tat”. He couldn’t let it go until the biscuit of love.
I think it's bc Dot cut the sin eater's ear & that was something his code would not let him just forget about. I'm pretty sure it's really that simple.
Themes of forgiveness in modern storytelling are so refreshing. This episode turned a season i was a little unsure about for 9 episodes into my favorite season of Fargo hands-down.
Agree with the commentary. Have to say I enjoyed the experience of Fargo with you both! It is unfortunate that I won't be tuning in too much in the near future. I hear yall talking about the upcoming shows that will be discussed. My husband and I only have SuperBasic Cable here at home, and have been fortunate to watch Fargo. There are not too many good or interesting shows that we can pick up. But, I will check in periodically just in case there is something I can watch that yall might be reviewing. Thanks so much, and good luck with the channel. Oh, and Roy's piercings - I am thinking the writers put that in to emphasize that Roy is a sadist, and a brute. There was the box of "toys" in the bedroom scene with Karen.
@allisoncompeaux3981 We are covering another show on FX after Fargo if you are planning to watch Feud we will be covering that as well. It starts in two weeks :) - Jess
I feel like there was more footage of the battle that just didn’t make the Final Cut. I mean did we ever see the tank scene that was in the ep 9 preview? I think the way it went was satisfying and cutting the amount of battle shown was a good call, as much as I would’ve loved to see it.
Roy and Munch were old testament--an eye for an eye. Dot turns out to be new testament--forgive me my trespasses as I forgive others who trespass against me. She even gives Munch the equivalent of communion (bIsquick style) and redeems him.
We need one more episode on this. Wink has been dead about 4 months, ostensibly from alcoholism. Lorraine goes to Wayne and Dot's for Sunday lunch. She meets Ole Munch. She wants to be repulsed by his haircut, his manner of dress, his speech habits... Lorraine wants to slash Ole with her venomous tongue, but instead, she offers him a job as the new chief of collections. That evening, Lorraine asked Munch to see her to the car because she heard there was once a kidnapping in this neighborhood. Inside, Dot and Wayne are snickering with each other because they recognize Lorraine's sexual tension. Lorraine has coaxed Ole Munch into the backseat, and they're making out like freshmen... Not unlike Madeline Kahn in Young Frankenstein.
Still trying to process. At first I wasn't liking this finale. I didn't like any of the ranch stuff including the whole last episode but I loved everything that came after. And lets take a moment to appreciate how sweet Wayne is, offering Ole Munch a pop then a beer, really making him feel welcome. Loved the ending
I didn't enjoy Witt's death just as much as everyone but it's not like there was any choice in the matter to my understanding. The show starts with the quote; in respect for the dead everything else is told exactly how it happened. Witt is another casualty of all the crazy events that took place in 2019 and it would be disrespectful to the true Witt if the writers had changed his fate so everyone could be happy he survived. Amazing season and my first, having only seen and enjoyed the movie. The ending was so great and unexpected, good weird. Seeing the emotion Mook feels when eating the love cookie and being forgiven is so powerful. The actor hit it out park, you could physically see it happen (well at least I felt like I could). It could very well be the best show ending ever, like seriously.
Thank You two for all you do. The ending was definitely better than "The Curse" Id admit it, I teared up when Dot and Lauren hugged Roy is coward, we all knew it. Why didn't Dot or Witt shoot Roy when they had the chance Wtf!!! Munch showing up to fight dot was Crazy, and comical at the same time. This dude really wanted to go outside and fight her to the death Wtf🤣
The ONLY thing that I'm disappointed about is the fact that it's come to an end. This season was absolutely BRILLIANT! I convinced 24 people to watch this, and believe you ME, we were messaging like crazy before, during and after. We were throwing around potential plot twists for the finale, and the craziest one someone presented was that Dot's daughter, Scotty was going to be revealed as Roy's daughter, as well. Now, THAT would have been 🍌's! 😂 🤔 🤣 🌹
@brianfeeney4458 yea. I really felt he was the embodiment of retribution, or his being a sin eater made him immortal. If you noticed the orange drink and the biscuit... the blood of Christ and the body of christ. Like that meal was the holy sacrament and he was atoned for his sins. Wild guess.
He was a Viking that sailed across the ocean in a ship with the men rowing, all explained. They came at some point to the country that is now North America. Erik the Red, the famous explorer’s son Leif Erikksen sailed from Greenland to this country. The were a tough bunch!!
Favorite season! It was good but not even close to the writing and character developments of season 1 and 2. Some of the episodes were very predictable and some of the story arcs early on didn’t do anything for the plot or characters. That police officers asshole husband was such a pointless character
I don’t like that Lorraine is the largest donor to the Federalist society. Not that I would expect anything else. Also, not a fan of raisins. I prefer oatmeal and butterscotch. Chekhov’s nipple piercing?
I appreciate all of the work, effort and planning that goes into these recaps. I think I enjoy the reaction videos as much as the shows themselves sometimes :) I watched Beacon because I heard it mentioned on the channel and plan to check out Death and Other Details.
I don’t know there were things missing for me, even though I loved the season and I even came to admire and appreciate Moonk, but I wanted to see Indira’s ex-has been a year later without her support, I wanted to see a woman or a person of color become sheriff in Tillman‘s district. And I want to see it driven home just a little bit more how it was women who crushed Roy, and not with firearms, but with cunning. I mean all that happened right but I wanted to see it driven home a little bit more than the narrative. I did love that final scene and it’s unexpected though.
In ancient biblical culture if you eat a meal with someone, eat someone's salt (a symbol of grace), it's like a covenant. It means that you are at peace with them, and you are not allowed to hurt them. It is kind of like the last supper with Jesus. If you share a meal, it means that you are now family. This is why grace is given to the disciples and why Judas' betrayal is so wrong.
A "rot" in prison is a fitting END to Roy. I wish they dealt a bit deeper into Roy's and Lorraine's character. Some elements felt a bit farfetched (like Roy's demeanor, the timings, etc), and some were so short that they did not leave any meaningful impact (Linda, third wife). Overall, nice season, praiseworthy worthy, and excellent casting.
I didn't mind the minimization of the "battle." The point was that Roy's plan was to let his idiot militia followers fight & die for him while he ran off to escape like the coward he was. Consequences of his own actions was a foreign concept to him.
The ending scene was pinnacle fargo for me. That weird, goofy, funny tension with characters in a simple setting. Perfect.
To me Wayne saved the day! lol. 😆 “ you want a pop?” lol 😆
Redemption of Munch makes the theme complete -both Dot and finally him. Gator as well. He finds sight as a blind man. And even Lorraine frost melts a bit.
Ok, props for that statement about Gator, cool sentiment. Didn't they tie up a ton well? -Matt
Yes. Dot preserved her choices in life..fought for them and won. Will was the price to be paid for the evil of Roy's world. There are sacrifices in anything worth saving.
You did a great job of summing up. 👍
Despite all the awful things Gator did throughout the season, it broke my heart when he asked Dot if she really saw his mom. That really got me. And Dots response saying she came to her as an angel in a dream was perfection.
Agreed. I really appreciated that Dot saw Gator as a victim of Roy’s abuse as well. Of course it doesn’t excuse his terrible choices but it does give reason for Dot to forgive him.
I thought he was gonna get pissed and turn on her again
Roy was a cancer..poisoning everyone..taking no remorse to his power trip. Dot's battle to save her life from the past was awesome.
Happy to see the replay of Gator leaning on Dot for comfort from the puppet episode. Full circle moment that felt earned.
Dot shows her true character. She is a forgiving person. All it took from Gator AND much was a simple apology, and she throws baked goods made with love at them.
I agree with y'all - the beginning "battle" seemed anticlimactic. But - I think that was part of the point. These crazy anti-Gov't folks think they can raise their own army - THIS is what happens!😂
I’ve been predicting that Dot was training Scotty to be a Tiger like herself all season. That she’d step in and save the day. In the end I was kind of right. She trained her to Love. That helped save the day. Go Dot!
I thought the scene with the biscuit was like Dot giving Ole Munch Holy Communion made with love and joy to overcome sin. She said that he also needed to be forgiven. Dot was forgiving Munch. It was the conquest of the New Testament over the Old Testament "eye for an eye" morals of Munch and Sheriff Roy throughout season 5. It was interesting that Dot's addition to the biscuit recipe was the use of "milk and honey."
Yes. I read in a comment from a different recap video, someone said the orange soda was the wine and him washing his hands was symbolic of washing away his sins and then of course the biscuit being the body. I like your addition with the milk and honey.
Congratulations to Noah he’s done it again. Love the ending,especially Roy’s fate In prison.😊😊😊
Now, I just wish there was another one soon. Why can’t we have that? -Matt
Okay I loved this finale and Dot and her family and the power of love over evil All wrapped up in biscuits. We break bread together to resolve conflict, to bring families and friends together. I loved Gator's selling out Roy and Roy getting his punishment, comeuppance from Lorraine for life as long as it lasts and those prisoners are gonna make sure they continue getting their commiserary. I was sad about Dot's Trooper. That final scene with Munch was outstandingly weird, sweet and indicates you can be centuries old and still able to change. I'd love to have a meal with Dot and her family 😊 The writing was outstanding! I love the Fargo series so much and can't wait for the next one. Thank you Matt and Jess for your excellent and fun analysis 👏. See you soon. One last thing, even if you're not recapping Power series for now, when I watch certain scenes I find myself saying Omg I hope Matt and Jess are watching this. Everyone have a wonderful week at work school home traveling and play 🎉
@seraeggobutterworth5247 I agree with you totally! Nothing makes my husband happier than home cooked meals. He comes running or limping (he's 73 years) into the kitchen when he smells food, gives me a big hug and says I'm loving you so much tight now! 😂
Lorraine talking to Roy in jail was very satisfying
I was upset Roy didn't die but glad that came full circle
Think his narcissism will pretty much be the end of him in jail. Man thought he was always in the right.
Really, really good ending for Roy. What happened to Karen and the twins?
@@lisarood9509 kids probably put with a relative n if Karen either turned states evidence or jail time
Karen would of ended up dead if she stayed with Roy
@@lisarood9509Karen went to jail. Probably lesser sentencing since she was very young and kind of a victim (of her dad and husband’s constant misogyny and abuse) herself. But she did help keep Dot hostage.
Did Lorraine give Roy a pack of cigarettes in jail?
I got emotional again when Dot hugged Lorraine
It was a beautiful finale. Honestly, they gave me what I didn't know I wanted. I was expecting action all the way to the end, but instead it focuses on tying everything up thematically and I'm for it. It feels like a really complete and meaningful season for it.
Matt I agree, Witt's death was upsetting. Witt new the total evil of Roy with his dealings with him and in reality would of dealt with the threat of him approaching with a knife. Witt would have seen the throat cut of the father in law as well. LEO's in training are taught how deadly a knife can be in close combat.
Witt’s problem was explained by Malvo in season 1 “ You think there are rules… there aren’t “.
@@leewm.gaudry3770Dig THAT, though!🌹
Witt should have never hesitated
To all the people suggesting that they should have references to the previous seasons of Fargo: WHY? Why is that SO important? Is it because it's how it has always been? I think you all need to be like Ole Munch and munch on a biscuit! :D Stop complaining about these erroneous things and be thankful we have quality TV in a year that's been mostly crap due to strikes.
Y'all totally called it re Gator!! You've had him on the redemption arch all along- with a heroic ending.
I just hope that we can imagine him continuing to grow, even behind bars. -Matt
@@MattandJessTVI like to think he will. Dot told him what he most likely already knew about his father, but didn’t want to admit it to himself. I think Dot’s forgiveness and compassion for him after everything he did, will have a huge impact on him. She recognized that he was another victim of Roy’s abuse, both directly and indirectly.
Well Gator didn't kill Roy,but he did give him up. Dot got to shoot Roy,but he will live a very brutal life in jail😂 happy about that. I was really upset when Whit died 😢. It was an excellent season,very well acted,and I was happy with the ending. Sorry Jess,we didn't get to see Roy's nipple rings being ripped off,but I think they will in prison lol. Sorry Matt,no tank
It did feel like a shared take down of Roy. Everyone got to give him their farewell kiss 😘
Spectacular. One of the great finales in TV history.
I really think it tops any show I've ever seen. Better Call Saul may have been close but this was just.... unexpected & fantastic.
@@Rascool69 There's a few. The Americans and Mad Men both had superb endings.
I was expecting Munch to drop over after eating that biscuit of love. He was so tired it seemed. 500 years is a long time to be on this earth. I was expecting Roy to break out. It was anticlimactic as another viewer wrote.
Cece, GIRRRL, I couldn't agree more! Hell, 5 MINUTES is a long time on this 🌎 if you're so unfortunate as to be in the company of people who work your last available nerve, am I RIGHT 😂😩 🌹? P.s., have a great day, ok? And stay warm and dry.
Great ending! Great season! Dot sure is a tiger but she can also kill them with kindness. Also, I think Roy’s new friends will take care of those piercings 😅
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He will pick up alot of soap in prison. hahaha
I miss Fargo already 😢😂
It was sad when Gator asked Dot if she saw his mom. That quietness of knowing she is no longer around anywhere or ever coming back validated .But that she’ll be around as a mother figure.
Just have to say this season has had me gripped, eagerly awaiting the next episode. Great ensemble, script writing and excellent direction.
100% agreed!
Great ending… Second best season of the series! Munch may have been my favorite character. Love you guys for doing a review so fast!
Appreciate your fantastic support of this series!
I’m subscribed! And I am looking forward to other series!
Thank you so much! We've got a lot of great murder-mystery coverage this month in particular with True Detective, Death and Other Details, Monsieur Spade, Criminal Record, and the Woman in the Wall! -Matt
Lorraine is my ❤️ favorite.
Menacing Ole was no match for Minnesota Nice. it freed him from his curse too.
That's how I love to imagine it! -Matt
Imagine if when he was freed he aged 500 yrs rapidly.
I was so upset with Witt’s death.. if there is a new season, I would have LOVED to see him in it. Overall, I enjoyed the finale. Roy got what he deserved! Loved the ending with peace. This was definitely my favorite season.
I was upset about Witt as well, but did most of my crying last week. I knew he would be killed.
Kept refreshing your channel waiting to see if you posted a his review.
I loved the finale.
And Roy’s militia sure did fall pretty quickly , just like the the Gravy Seals with have now , all bark & no bite 🤣🤣
I legit cried at the end. When the music began to swell and Munch took the biscuit. So beautiful.
Unexpected but satisfying ending
Wasn't it so weird that the fight was over so soon? Didn't expect that haha -Matt
Very unexpected, but I really loved it!
So basically, Diehard suddenly turned into a Hallmark channel special about redemption and the love of family.
It’s just good storytelling! 40 minutes of bang bang bang bang bang is not entertaining. There’s only so much they can do with that. Was thrilled with the resolution at the end and the ultimate feet of everyone. Very sad to see the cop killed- that felt unnecessary
Very sad to lose him
We still didn’t see Roy’s tank
Lol we were robbed of that madness!! -Matt
My only gripes are:
The ‘way’ Witt passed was cheesy…
There was no references to other seasons…
And they didn’t pull Roy’s piercings 😂
what does references to other seasons have to do with whether this season was good? other gripes are on point.
In E9 there was a reference by Roy to a firefight with a piglet and the FBI agents mentioning that a piglet was missing from the sheriffs supply. A piglet is a machine gun that was described in Season 1 in Lester Nygaard's brother's arsenal.
@@Delmarva_Heritage_Recipes Yay! Now it was a great season! Everyone is happy!
The fact we have a sin eater who's basically supernatural I didn't mind
So is that the first food he ever ate in 500 years 🤣
@@Jessicanycseems like it
@@Jessicanyc probably not but the first food made with Love n Joy
It is that love that seems to matter the most, at least per the closing measure. -Matt
@@MattandJessTV he loved that old woman he was staying with. Called her mama.
A satisfying end!
You both nailed all that I was feeling as well. Very satisfying ending, wrapping up the tense loose ends. Dot's compassionate heart trumps all the wicked, twisted evil.
Great review, guys! A few of my observations:
I think Roy received an ending worse than death, i.e., Lorraine sentenced him, "To the pain."
It seems Munch(sp) is a contrast to the " I can help" robot in season 3. A robot is unaffected by the horrors and sins experienced through the ages. He kept his code to the end. Munch shows the effect those same experiences would have on a human. However, "a man" can change his code. Munch's constant referencing himself as "a man" was the writer's way of telling us to draw this comparison.
While everybody else is carrying guns, I think I'll just carry a few pancakes, oatmeal cookies, and biscuits!
I could watch a series of just Dot, Wayne,and Scotty and their daily life and conversations.
Enjoyed your reviews this season!
Perfect ending to Fargo Season 5 Looking forward to the next season !
Possibly I missed important details that one or more of you can fill in. Do we know that Gator gave up Roy only from the one sentence uttered by one of the law enforcement officers; “His son gave him up.”
Are we left imagining that Gator blindly stumbling through the underground tunnel knew that Roy would be doing the same thing and emerging though the manhole-like covering like he did?
I thought I would be really upset if Roy didn't end up dead at the end, but I'm quite satisfied with how this story ended. And like you, the last scene made me smile too.Bravo to all the actors. Every one of them played the heck out of their roles. Okay, Matt and Jess...now back to The Bear. I've been waiting. :)
Loved that lorraine told roy that She was giving charity money away for the prisoners to buy vaseline at the commissary
I am watching now. Holy moly what a ride. This season crazzzzy. I am only on episode 4.
What have you liked about it the most so far? Glad you're digging it! -Matt
@@MattandJessTV hi! What I like is she is GI Jane it is awesome. I hope you two are doing traitors 2 because I am rooting for Dan the man!!! I think he wine the way Marcos interview went with Rob. Or wishful thinking 🤔
I had the same reaction of what are they going to do for the next 30 minutes after the siege. Loved the last scene with Munch talking and Wayne just trying to have a "normal" conversation with him. The ending did leave us all with smiles. Funny how no one can pronounce Ole because Gator told Roy it was "ooo-lah" at the beginning of episode 3. Glad something finally got made with the Bisquick since the pancakes never got finished in the first episodes. And yes, Bisquick is an upper midwest staple.
I thought this was the best season of Fargo yet. The message took 10 shows to make us see it but it sure hit home. Love and forgiveness trumps hate and vengeance. Great analysis, Matt and Jess!
Can't wait! Haven't watched it yet. Have to wait for it on Hulu and for family dinner night. Though have to hear your thoughts right away.
Ok fine you guys were right about gator 😂
I knew poor Witt would die 😫
@@JessicanycI don’t think his death was necessary or satisfying. I don’t know thematically what it’s trying to say, other than just shock value. I think it would’ve felt right for him and Dot to survive together after starting together.
LOL let's just hope he actually tries to be a better person. -Matt
The finale was possibly the greatest hour of tv of all time in my opinion. Nothing played out the way I thought at all. I almost thought Roy was going to get away....I did NOT expect Witt to die & Lorraine's scene with Roy was absolutely magnificent. Was worried to death about what was going to happen to Dot & amazed that Gator would get some redemption. This season tops season 1 for me. Brilliant writing & directing.
I love what you said about it surprising you! That's the best sort of TV, where you can just be taken on a journey like that. -Matt
This was a wonderful finale. Very satisfying. All the strings were tied up. I liked that all our key players had a part to play in his downfall. I really liked the ending with Monch. I agreed with everything you said. I’m actually glad there wasn’t a big standoff.
It's really nice to have a finale that paid off a lot of what they intended to do! In some ways it feels kinda rare lol -Matt
Absolutely loved this season so so much!!
I just wish we saw a scene of Roy getting beat up in prison and Gator testifying against him ..
You guys are the best! I waited for the episodes and your review every week . You made the season really wonderful watch
Thank you so much! -Matt
So much to love.
FARGO is AMERICAN HORROR STORY for readers with discriminating taste.
PERFECT resolution for Roy Tillman. When Lorraine dies the Pantheon should make her an official vengeance goddess.
I love Dot's perfectly Dot-like response to Ole, which is basically (my words, not her's) "If your code's the problem then change your durn code!"
I love that Lorraine hugged Dot but does not have an Ebeneezer Scrooge transformation- she's still as cuddly as a cactus.
I love the recipe and want to try it.
I love the A MAN CALLED OLE ray of hope at the end.
I hate that Witt died, but, I understand it dramatically.
I'd rather Gator died instead, but, between blinding and consideration of his childhood, I think most of his debts are cancelled and for those that aren't they can set a repayment scheduled. He's more sinned against than sinning at this point.
Would love to know what became of Karen and the girls.
No clear connection points to other seasons, though my fanboy retcon is that Lorraine's maiden name is Gerhardt and she's the oldest of Dodd's surviving daughters.
The Lyon and Munch sitcom spinoff would be something!
The only “loose end” for me is maybe something with Lars Olmstead, who I am convinced is a nephew or some relation to Margie (Olmstead was her maiden name). The timeline fits and it would have been a kick if he was kicked out and had to move in with aunt Marge or something. 😂
A perfect season. Dot and Lorraine were incredible. The whole cast and writing were sublime. Soooo good.
Lorraine’s punishment for Roy was the ONLY justice for him
Enjoyed the finale.
Wanted a glimpse of Roy getting his just dessert.
I knew deputy Witt Farr would die because he entered the tunnel Alone, with no backup. I always wondered why I never saw Ole Munch eat or drink anything, it gave me great joy to see him smile and know that someone truly cared about him. Well, I think season 5 is now officially my favorite season.
Roy hired Moonk to kidnap Dot. Roy is now in jail. So, why was Moonk at Dot's? To kidnap her and take her where? To kill her? Why would he do that? I guess I just don't get it. Help!!!
He felt he still had to get his “payback” for her chopping his ear. He’s very Old Testament and was seeing it as very “tit for tat”. He couldn’t let it go until the biscuit of love.
Moonk when visiting Dot "Debt must be paid" -> Moon after the biscuit bite "Debt can be forgiven". It's all about Moonk's principles.
I think it's bc Dot cut the sin eater's ear & that was something his code would not let him just forget about. I'm pretty sure it's really that simple.
He lost a friend and an ear to her in the first episode. He came for his get back.
@@joshuawilliams8252 Thank you. I didn't remember the context of that comment.
Themes of forgiveness in modern storytelling are so refreshing. This episode turned a season i was a little unsure about for 9 episodes into my favorite season of Fargo hands-down.
Agree with the commentary. Have to say I enjoyed the experience of Fargo with you both! It is unfortunate that I won't be tuning in too much in the near future. I hear yall talking about the upcoming shows that will be discussed. My husband and I only have SuperBasic Cable here at home, and have been fortunate to watch Fargo. There are not too many good or interesting shows that we can pick up. But, I will check in periodically just in case there is something I can watch that yall might be reviewing. Thanks so much, and good luck with the channel. Oh, and Roy's piercings - I am thinking the writers put that in to emphasize that Roy is a sadist, and a brute. There was the box of "toys" in the bedroom scene with Karen.
@allisoncompeaux3981 We are covering another show on FX after Fargo if you are planning to watch Feud we will be covering that as well. It starts in two weeks :) - Jess
@MattandJessTV Yes! I will be watching Feud. Thanks so much. Looking forward to, and participating in, the commentary. You made my day.
@@allisoncompeaux3981 Awesome! We are really looking forward to Feud, we love Ryan Murphy shows :) - Jess
I think Ole will stick around for a few days to enjoy the love and then just let himself finally die, maybe even in his sleep in a warm bed
I feel like there was more footage of the battle that just didn’t make the Final Cut. I mean did we ever see the tank scene that was in the ep 9 preview? I think the way it went was satisfying and cutting the amount of battle shown was a good call, as much as I would’ve loved to see it.
Roy and Munch were old testament--an eye for an eye. Dot turns out to be new testament--forgive me my trespasses as I forgive others who trespass against me. She even gives Munch the equivalent of communion (bIsquick style) and redeems him.
Dot personified commission and forgiveness
Absolutely perfect season of a perfect show.
I know he loves his wife, but Wayne should have some serious questions for Dot !
Minnesota Nice!
The "tank" was the FBI' s armored car...
We need one more episode on this. Wink has been dead about 4 months, ostensibly from alcoholism. Lorraine goes to Wayne and Dot's for Sunday lunch. She meets Ole Munch. She wants to be repulsed by his haircut, his manner of dress, his speech habits... Lorraine wants to slash Ole with her venomous tongue, but instead, she offers him a job as the new chief of collections.
That evening, Lorraine asked Munch to see her to the car because she heard there was once a kidnapping in this neighborhood.
Inside, Dot and Wayne are snickering with each other because they recognize Lorraine's sexual tension.
Lorraine has coaxed Ole Munch into the backseat, and they're making out like freshmen...
Not unlike Madeline Kahn in Young Frankenstein.
Still trying to process. At first I wasn't liking this finale. I didn't like any of the ranch stuff including the whole last episode but I loved everything that came after. And lets take a moment to appreciate how sweet Wayne is, offering Ole Munch a pop then a beer, really making him feel welcome. Loved the ending
I didn't enjoy Witt's death just as much as everyone but it's not like there was any choice in the matter to my understanding. The show starts with the quote; in respect for the dead everything else is told exactly how it happened. Witt is another casualty of all the crazy events that took place in 2019 and it would be disrespectful to the true Witt if the writers had changed his fate so everyone could be happy he survived. Amazing season and my first, having only seen and enjoyed the movie. The ending was so great and unexpected, good weird. Seeing the emotion Mook feels when eating the love cookie and being forgiven is so powerful. The actor hit it out park, you could physically see it happen (well at least I felt like I could). It could very well be the best show ending ever, like seriously.
Now this is Munch needed love, lolol !
The debts were paid but imagine Roy is a bit sore about paying his lol.
Thank You two for all you do.
The ending was definitely better than "The Curse"
Id admit it, I teared up when Dot and Lauren hugged
Roy is coward, we all knew it.
Why didn't Dot or Witt shoot Roy when they had the chance Wtf!!!
Munch showing up to fight dot was Crazy, and comical at the same time. This dude really wanted to go outside and fight her to the death Wtf🤣
The ONLY thing that I'm disappointed about is the fact that it's come to an end. This season was absolutely BRILLIANT! I convinced 24 people to watch this, and believe you ME, we were messaging like crazy before, during and after. We were throwing around potential plot twists for the finale, and the craziest one someone presented was that Dot's daughter, Scotty was going to be revealed as Roy's daughter, as well. Now, THAT would have been 🍌's! 😂 🤔 🤣 🌹
What the hell was munch's speech about? Is he a reincarnation? Is he 500 years old? Dude was freaky af
We need an entire series just about him , I loved him 😅
I think he really is, but there's a clear line between his longevity and his suffering. -Matt
He said something like "A man doesn't grow old." He mentioned long boats. I assumed he was like a Viking that ended up in Wales, then North America.
@brianfeeney4458 yea. I really felt he was the embodiment of retribution, or his being a sin eater made him immortal. If you noticed the orange drink and the biscuit... the blood of Christ and the body of christ. Like that meal was the holy sacrament and he was atoned for his sins. Wild guess.
He was a Viking that sailed across the ocean in a ship with the men rowing, all explained. They came at some point to the country that is now North America. Erik the Red, the famous explorer’s son Leif Erikksen sailed from Greenland to this country. The were a tough bunch!!
Favorite season! It was good but not even close to the writing and character developments of season 1 and 2. Some of the episodes were very predictable and some of the story arcs early on didn’t do anything for the plot or characters. That police officers asshole husband was such a pointless character
I don’t like that Lorraine is the largest donor to the Federalist society. Not that I would expect anything else.
Also, not a fan of raisins. I prefer oatmeal and butterscotch.
Chekhov’s nipple piercing?
Lamonte… why’d u have to chase him ?!?! Happy to see him Venture into a dark comedy show . Okay so the Irish Guy doesn’t age ?
Thanks!
Thank you so much! What did you enjoy the most about the finale? -Matt
I appreciate all of the work, effort and planning that goes into these recaps. I think I enjoy the reaction videos as much as the shows themselves sometimes :) I watched Beacon because I heard it mentioned on the channel and plan to check out Death and Other Details.
Oolah Moonk
I don’t know there were things missing for me, even though I loved the season and I even came to admire and appreciate Moonk, but I wanted to see Indira’s ex-has been a year later without her support, I wanted to see a woman or a person of color become sheriff in Tillman‘s district. And I want to see it driven home just a little bit more how it was women who crushed Roy, and not with firearms, but with cunning. I mean all that happened right but I wanted to see it driven home a little bit more than the narrative. I did love that final scene and it’s unexpected though.
Loved the finale. 👏👏👏
In ancient biblical culture if you eat a meal with someone, eat someone's salt (a symbol of grace), it's like a covenant. It means that you are at peace with them, and you are not allowed to hurt them. It is kind of like the last supper with Jesus. If you share a meal, it means that you are now family. This is why grace is given to the disciples and why Judas' betrayal is so wrong.
Is Olaf mortal now? I think he might be.
Maybe there was a cut scene about the nipples 🤭
#ReleaseTheNippleCut? Okay now I feel weird making that hashtag haha -Matt
@@MattandJessTV Don't be.
Was sad that Will Farr died. It would have been better if he and the FBi officers had been the ones waiting for Roy to climb out of the dug out !
Jess, sorry about the nipple piercing, I was waiting for a tie in as well 😊
Clever ending. 😊
Not everyone is Anton Chigur at the end.
A "rot" in prison is a fitting END to Roy. I wish they dealt a bit deeper into Roy's and Lorraine's character. Some elements felt a bit farfetched (like Roy's demeanor, the timings, etc), and some were so short that they did not leave any meaningful impact (Linda, third wife). Overall, nice season, praiseworthy worthy, and excellent casting.
I didn't mind the minimization of the "battle." The point was that Roy's plan was to let his idiot militia followers fight & die for him while he ran off to escape like the coward he was. Consequences of his own actions was a foreign concept to him.
What did the pack of cigarettes lorriane give Roy mean?
Is Munch now mortal?
Maybe yes and maybe he embraces it. Great finish.
'shoot'
I was very disappointed in murder at the end of the world!