snoozejonc

Market is a solid educational episode for children about the purpose of money and its circulation throughout economic systems. The story and use of characters explains the concept simply with entertaining moments. What is particularly nice is the positive message to children about sharing through the actions of Bluey and Indy.

One of my favourite moments is Bandit's reaction upon finding out how much money the tooth fairy has given Bluey and Chilli's explanation. Very similar conversations have occurred in my family. Additionally with us the tooth fairy applies the same principle as Santa: performance related pay based on the child's overall behaviour from the moment the tooth starts to loosen to the moment it falls out.

It follows on nicely from The Claw which had a similar economic theme and watching both episodes would be informative and entertaining. Markets is not a typically funny Bluey episode, but good nonetheless.

For me it is a 7.5/10 but I round upwards.

Something Beautiful balances several plot threads strongly.

The writers sensibly focus plenty of the cartel scenes around Nacho and his arc continues to be the most compelling aspect. He feels more than ever to be filling Jesse Pinkman void of the angry young male (with a heart) trapped up in the drug trade.

Frayne's backstory continues to be well done, including some cleverly written scheming, but not quite as intriguing given that we know the outcome for him and this episode's guest character.

Jimmy's decent towards Saul Goodman territory is getting more painful to watch by the episode. I like the comedy associated with the burglary, but watching his character hardening and getting less principled is pretty downbeat. Especially when you see how much the writers invest the character Kim in their future together.

Visually it is another excellent example of the camera telling the story, especially during the opening scenes.

All actors are on great form, especially Rhea Seehorn and Michael Mando.

For me it is an 8.5/10, but I round upwards.

The Claw is a funny episode that includes more great role playing interactions of the Heeler family.

Every parent must have at some point developed a hatred of coin operated amusements. Mine runs quite deep as I have never had a positive experience. (Children cannot deal with losing games and are never satisfied regardless of how much you spend)

In this sketch the writers use Bandit to show another very amusing attempt at a life lesson. I like that he makes them work hard and demonstrates life is still rigged in a funny way. I love the concept and how everyone reacting to his efforts. Plus there are some very memorable one liners.