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roguemSupernatural – 222 – All Hell Breaks Loose, part 2
Carry on Wayward Son! Yay! I love that song!
I didn’t quite know what to think when the recap showed the Colt, as I thought the demon had destroyed it.
I had suspected what Dean would do after Sam died, I hoped I was wrong, but when the recap had clips from ‘Crossroads’ I knew I was right.
Oh, Dean.
Sam lies dead on a mattress as Dean watches over him. Dean looked worse than Sam.
I love the fact that Bobby comes with food and tries to talk to Dean, but sadly Dean is to broken and chooses the bottle over the bucket of chicken. A choice that killed me.
Jensen did a wonderful job in this whole scene, the look on his face, his eyes. It amazing to me how he’s able to stifle the light in his eyes and just look dead. There’s nothing there but pain.
Bobby does his best to talk some sense into Dean, bless him.
Bobby: Dean, I hate to bring this up, I really do. But don't you think maybe it's time, we bury Sam?
Dean: No.
Bobby: We could *sigh* maybe..
Dean: What? Torch is corpse? Not yet.
Bobby: I want you to come with me.
Dean: I'm not going anywhere.
Bobby: Dean, please.
Dean: Why don't you cut me some slack?
Bobby: I just don't think you should be alone, that's all. I got to admit - I could use your help. Something big is going down - end-of-the-world big.
Dean: Well, then let it end!
Bobby: You don't mean that.
Dean: You don't think so? Huh? You don't think I've given enough? You don't think I've paid enough? I'm done with it. All of it. If you know what's good for you, you'll turn around and get the hell out of here. Go!
I'm sorry. I'm sorry. Please just go.
Bobby: You know where I'll be.
Of course Dean blows up, which is totally understandable, he’s just lost the last piece of his family, he could lie down on the floor and die and not care at all.
Bobby looked kind of scared at how broken Dean was, he knows there’s nothing he can do right now, all he can do is hope that Dean gets through it on his own.
Jake is hiding out in the woods the Yellow-Eyed Demon comes for a visit.
Yellow-Eyed Demon: Well congratulations, Jake. You're it. You're the last man standing, the American Idol.
At least Jake shows some remorse for what he’s done.
Jake: Go to Hell.
Yellow-Eyed Demon: Been there, done that.
Yellow-Eyed Demon: I’ll make certain that they both live long enough to know the chewy taste of their own intestines.
Jake wasn’t really a bad guy, he was pushed. And when the YED threatens his family, you know how this is going to turn out. I get where he’s coming from, I’d do anything for my family too.
Back in frontier land Dean is dealing with his own demons.
Dean: You know, when we were little - I mean, you couldn't have been more than five - you just started asking questions. How come we didn't have a mom? Why do we always have to move around? Where'd dad go when he'd take off for days at a time? I remember I begged you - "Quit asking, Sammy. Man, you don't wanna know." I just wanted you to be a kid, just for a little while longer.
This is actually in the comics, Sam asking these kinds of questions, and this scene just made me want to read them even more.
Dean: I always tried to protect you, keep you safe. Dad didn't even have to tell me. It was just my responsibility, you know? It’s like I had one job. That one job. And I screwed it up. I blew it. And for that, I'm sorry. I guess that's just what I do; you know. I let down the people I love. I let Dad down. And now I guess I'm just supposed to let you down, too. How can I? How am I supposed to live with that? What am I supposed to do?
Sammy. God. What am I supposed to do? What am I supposed to do!?
No Dean! You don’t let them down. You were the friggin glue in that familiy!
Jensen did a marvellous job with these scenes, it broke my heart, it never ceases to amaze me how he can handle scenes like this.
So Dean does the thing we all knew he would do, sells his soul so Sam can live.
Dean: What do I have to do?
Female Demon: First of all, quit grovelling. Needy guys are such a turn-off.
My brain was at war with itself during this scene, because on one hand I didn’t want Dean to make a deal that would send him to hell, and when he only got a year it seemed like so little time, but on the onther hand I wanted Dean to have Sam back, and I fully understood why Dean was doing this, and one year with Sam is still one year longer than no time at all. It’s his brother, his family; one year is totally worth it to him.
Sam wakes up, more than a little confused.
When Dean comes back and sees Sam alive, it was so amazing! And we finally got our hug!
Then the lying starts, Sam knows something is up, but lets it go. He’s to focused on getting Jake.
They fill each other in on the details… not all of them though.
I liked that Dean wants Sam to relax, partly because he’s worried about his brother and just wants to spend some time with him, but I think also because it hit him that this would be hard to explain to the people they know. I think Sam suspected it already though.
When they go to meet Bobby, the look on his face when he sees Sam. I knew he’d be stunned, but that icy glare he gives Dean said so much. Dean won’t even look him in the eye.
Bobby fills them in on the demonic activity then drags Dean with him outside while Sam continues reading.
Bobby: You stupid ass! What did you do? What did you do?! You made a deal... for Sam, didn't you? How long did they give you?
Dean: Bobby.
Bobby: How long?!
Dean: One year.
Bobby: Damn it Dean!
Dean: Which is why we've gotta find this yellow-eyed son of a bitch. That's why I'm gonna kill him myself. I mean, I got nothin' to lose now, right?
Bobby: I could throttle you.
Dean: What? And send me downstairs ahead of schedule?
Bobby: What is it with you Winchesters, huh? You, your dad, you're both just itching to throw yourselves down the pit.
Dean: That's my point. Dad brought me back, Bobby. I'm not even supposed to be here. At least this way, something good could come out of it, you know? It's like my life can mean something.
Bobby: What? And it didn't before? Have you got that low an opinion of yourself? Are you that screwed in the head?!
Dean: I couldn't let him die, Bobby. I couldn't. He's my brother.
Bobby: How is your brother gonna feel when he knows you're goin' to hell? How'd you feel when you knew your dad went for you?
Dean: You can't tell him. You take a shot at me; whatever you got to do, but please don't tell him.
Oh, Dean. Oh, Bobby. *Sniffle*
They both broke my heart here, both actors did an excellent job, and it was a wonderful scene.
Ellen is alive and interrupts their argument, they’re both very happy to see her alive obviously.
Ellen: (about the Roadhouse fire) A lot of good people died in there, and I got out. Lucky me.
I have mixed feelings about Ellen, but I liked her here. It was actually good to see her outside the Roadhouse.
When they figured out about the towns that were established by Samuel Colt and the giant devils trap I figured that was the reason for the recap about the Colt, like I mentioned before I never figured we’d see the thing again.
I loved this setup though, that Samuel Colt knew all about demons and had made this giant devil’s trap. It was just a wonderful way to built on the mythology within the show.
I also love it that Dean is the one who figures out that Colt is trying to keep something in, instead of keeping something out.
Jake and the YED have another pow-wow.
And the Colt is reintroduced. I’d like to think I’d killed the YED if I was in Jake’s shoes at that point, but on the other hand the YED seems to know which buttons to push in order to get people to do what he wants them to.
So it’s time for the big showdown in the cemetery.
Can I just say that I absolutely loved the way the camera moved to reveal where Dean was hiding? That was just brilliant! And how when Sam revealed himself how the camera moved to reveal the rest of the group moving in on Jake. Great stuff.
When Jake said that he’d killed Sam, and Sam glanced over at Dean I’m pretty sure Sam understood what Dean had done. I also think at that point his hatred for Jake shot through the roof because he knew what this had cost him and Dean.
Jake: What? You a tough guy all of a sudden? What are you gonna do -- kill me?
Sam: It's a thought.
Jake: You had your chance. You couldn't.
Sam: I won't make that mistake twice.
They have other things to think about for a while though when Jake reveals his powers. The guys drop their guns long enough for Jake to get to the vault and open it using the Colt as a key, before Sam shoots him. Sam then moves in and ruthlessly disposes of Jake.
Many people on my flist sees evil in Sam at this moment, and though I have thoughts around this myself I also think a large part of it is that Sam has realized what Dean had to do so Sam could live. Hell, I wouldn’t have stopped shooting Jake till I emptied the gun if I were in his shoes, seriously. I will agree however that Sam had a look on his face that was a bit scary considering how we all know Sammy. He obviously scared Bobby a little bit too.
Everyone looks on as the vault opens on its own, and then All Hell Breaks Loose!
Bobby: (staring at the unlocking vault) Oh no.
Ellen: Bobby, what is it?
Bobby: It's Hell. Take cover, now!
Dean grabs the gun and they all duck for cover as massive occult energies shoot forth out of the vault. The overhead shot was awesome!
Among all the black smoke that flew out of the gate there were human shapes, I’m guessing spirits that left. I wonder if those were all people who had sold their soul, or maybe a few that had been sent down their because of their actions in life, but still. I thought that was kind of cool.
Clever boy that he is Dean realizes that since the Colt was there then maybe the YED would be there too. The YED pins him of course, and even though Sam tries to help Dean it doesn’t do much good.
And the fucking bastard that he is he taunts Dean, and I want to jump into the screen and inflict some serious pain.
When he talks about Sam all I can think of is in BUABS where Dean tells Jo that Demon’s often lie, but they’ll tell the truth if they know it’ll mess with your head. And I honestly don’t know what to think. I’m clambering onto the hope that the YED is lying.
Yellow-Eyed Demon: You of all people should know that what’s dead should stay dead. Anyway, thanks a bunch. I knew I kept you alive for some reason. Until now, anyway. I couldn't have done it without your pathetic, self-loathing, self-destructive desire to sacrifice yourself for your family.
When the YED moved to shoot Dean with the last remaining bullet I thought I was going to die for a split second, until I noticed the shape behind him. John! For a moment all the drama, angst and excitement blew out of my mind, I was just so insanely happy to see John. He clawed his way out of Hell and saved Dean!
When the YED gets back into his body just to see Dean aiming the gun at him I cheered. I expected the YED to take the gun away again, but when Dean actually fired the gun… I have no words. Awesome shoot too, I’m not a big fan of slow motion, but this was just so brilliantly done, I loved it!
The Demon dies, Bobby and Ellen manage to close the gate, and a pretty fucking big chapter of this story is ending.
I loved the no-words exchange between John and the boys; he said it all with his expression. John smiles his approval and pride before dissipating.
It was so beautifully done. Some have complained that he didn’t speak, but I seriously think words would have ruined the moment.
When the boys we’re looking at the YED’s body I think I was in as much disbelief as they were. This is what they’ve been working for their whole lives and they’ve reached their goal!
Dean: Well, check that off the to-do list.
When Sam asks if John really climbed out of hell, my first thought was Yes! He was standing behind that door just waiting!
Sam: I kinda can't believe it, Dean. I mean our whole lives, everything have been prepping for this and now I... kinda don't know what to say.
Dean: I do. (he kneels over the demon's body) That was for our mom, you son of a bitch.
Both boys have kind of a sense of relief washing over them, but for Dean it’s more than that. He almost seems to have found some kind of inner peace.
But then comes the talk we all knew was coming. Dean still tried to keep the illution alive though.
Sam: You know, when Jake saw me, it was like he saw a ghost. I mean, hell, you heard him, Dean. He said he killed me.
Dean: I'm glad he was wrong.
Sam: I don't think he was, Dean. What happened...after I was stabbed?
Dean: I already told you.
Sam: Not everything.
Dean: Sam, we just killed the Demon. Can we celebrate for a minute?
Sam: Did I die?
Dean: Oh, come on.
Sam: Did you sell your soul for me, like Dad did for you?
Dean: Oh, come on! No!
Sam: Tell me the truth. Dean, tell me the truth.
Dean: Sam...
Sam: How long do you get?
Dean: One year. I got one year.
Sam: You shouldn't have done that. How could you do that?
Dean: Don't get mad at me. Don't you do that. I had to. I had to look out for you. That's my job!
Sam: And what do you think my job is?
Dean: What?
Sam: You saved my life over and over. I mean, you sacrifice everything for me. Don't you think I'd do the same for you? You're my big brother. There's nothing I wouldn't do for you. And I don't care what it takes. I'm gonna get you out of this. Guess I got to save your ass for a change.
Dean: Yeah.
*Sniffle* It was beautifully handled, and both boys played this scene very well. My heart is breaking for the both of them because they’ve sacrificed so much for each other, and I don’t think that’ll be over anytime soon.
Ellen: Well, the Yellow-Eyed Demon might be dead, but a lot more got through that gate.
Dean: How many you think?
Sam: A hundred, maybe two hundred. It's an army... he's unleashed an army.
Bobby: Hope to hell you boys are ready. Cause the war has just begun.
Dean’s smile… what can I say. It has to be the most genuine smile he’s ever had in this series and I absolutely loved it. It’s a weird thing to go all crazy over, but it just worked so well, and it was just amazing to see him really smile after everything that’s happened to him this season.
Dean: We got work to do.
Yaaaaaaay! I loved that they mirrored the Pilot episode! AWESOME!
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What an amazing finale. I had no idea what to expect, but what I got blew me away.
I’m so happy there wasn’t a major cliff-hanger this year, even though I knew in advance the wait wouldn’t as long this time around because I’ll be super busy this summer.
Anyway, I love that we got so many answers, but that so many other doors are still open. This could have worked as a series finale. Had the show ended here I could have dealt with it, but I’m so happy we’ll get another season, because the stories that lie ahead have so much potential.
Now compared to season 1, this season had some changes in pace and such, and I’m sure season 3 will have changes too. I think it’s a good thing. I’d love to see a little more light heartedness again next season, because this season has been really heavy. I have loved every moment of it though.
I have many thoughts about season three, but I think the main things will be dealing with Dean’s deal, I’m kind of smelling next year’s finale on that one, but I could be wrong. I also think things will happen for Sam and we’ll see if the YED was telling the truth. I think I’m the only one in the fandom though that hopes he’s lost the powers. I don’t know why, but I feel since the YED chapter is kind of over they should leave the powers behind as well.
Next I think we’ll see Hendrickson again a couple of times, maybe this story will come to a close during next season, maybe it’ll escalate, I’m curious to see.
Lastly there’s all the demons and spirit that escaped the Hell’s Gate, a lot for the boys to deal with, and possibly 100-200 more episodes for us to enjoy. ;p
Now I guess we all just have to be patient until September.
