Ep 3. Hazard Pay

In Breaking Bad season 5 episode 3 titled "Hazard Pay", we see Walter White (Bryan Cranston) and Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul) continue their drug business under the guise of a pest control company. They recruit two new members, Todd (Jesse Plemons) and Mike (Jonathan Banks), to help them on their latest venture.

As their business expands, Walter and Jesse face new challenges and dangers. They are forced to deal with intimidating rivals and the ever-present threat of the authorities. Meanwhile, Walter's developing addiction to power continues to fuel his ruthless and manipulative actions.

The episode explores the tensions and dynamics between the different characters. We see tensions between Walter and Jesse, as the former increasingly takes control and becomes more controlling. Jesse, meanwhile, struggles with his conscience as he grapples with the moral implications of their work.

Mike also plays a significant role in the episode, as his experience and expertise bring a new level of efficiency and professionalism to the operation. However, his dry and detached personality clashes with the more emotional and impulsive Walter and Jesse.

The episode features tense and suspenseful scenes as the group tries to evade detection and protect themselves from the dangers of their illegal operations. The use of visual motifs such as masks and extermination equipment adds a layer of symbolism and tension to the action.

As the season progresses, the stakes become higher and the consequences more severe. "Hazard Pay" foreshadows the dark and intense events that are to come, setting the stage for an unforgettable and iconic conclusion to the groundbreaking series.