The Paradox of Intermediate Transactions

I feel empty. I know how important all the setting the table is in these kinds of shows, but I hated having to wait a whole week to see what happens next. Classic serial stuff, as old as the hills. Dot's family is protected. They didn't get the guns, so must rely on conventional methods. Gator is out there, trying to be a sheriff. He's all blow and no go. He is a loser. When he confronts the wounded cop, he knows the guy is disabled and can't confront him. My baser instincts want to see him dismembered. Meanwhile, Munsch is out there like an animal. He is more interested in getting the Sheriff and his lackeys than Dot at this point. So everything is pointing inward. I'm so hooked.

I went through Fargo in 2016, it was dark and cold and then (in reality) this horrible event happened that winter, the first time in 126 years,..After that, the next few days that were spent in in Minneapolis were very gloomy... certainly did not get any MTM show vibes. I was there supporting my kids college interview. I do get why the Coen brothers picked this bleak landscape to showcase the nuttiness of Americans. I am not sure where all of the 16th century witch, crossroads demon (?) and weird nipple situation thing is going and why...seems a bit sybaritic. The sun that bleak November day rose cheerless over .... of ....

"The Paradox of Intermediate Transactions" keeps the audience hooked with a chilling exploration of Cardinal Sins that spans time and space. Ole Munch, initially seen as a typical hitman, reveals a complex past, adding depth to his character. Sheriff Roy Tillman's corrupt nature is exposed, hinting at consequences for future episodes.

The episode subtly hints at Tillman's family life, providing context for Nadine's (Dot) escape from a certain lifestyle. This mystery adds intrigue to her character, leaving viewers eager for more revelations in upcoming episodes.

While the pace is slower compared to previous episodes and has a shorter runtime, it avoids feeling like filler content. The episode ends with a cliffhanger, maintaining anticipation for what's to come.

In a nutshell, Fargo's Season 5, Episode 3, expertly balances storytelling and character development, delivering a captivating continuation of the series.

Did this episode ask more questions than it answered? Yes it did. Am I okay with that? 100%.

The storytelling of Noah Hawley is so strong that I am able to give myself over to it and just let it happen, and if some questions are left unanswered by the end, I'll be okay with that, too, because I know it will be intentional.

Also, Juno Temple is a delight in any accent. Her face is just so watchable.

Jon Hamm does brooding smoker like no one else.

Lamorne Morris plays a great straight-up cop. There's something about a guy who generally does comedy taking a serious turn that's very intriguing.

And Jennifer Jason Leigh as an overbearing matriarch? Yes please.