Episode Commentary: “Two Minutes to Midnightâ€
Four rings from the horsemen – can it be done? It doesn’t matter since it’s the Winchesters’ only hope. Meanwhile Pestilence is Max Headroom? No, but the actor Matt Frewer is one creepy, walking disease spree. Then there’s Sam’s brilliant plan of giving in to the devil and Castiel is becoming all too familiar with his mortal side. It’s not the most opportune time to go after Pestilence and Death, but yet again Sam and Dean have no choice.
As vessels Sam and Dean are under a unique form of protection. However, no one said anything about how they should be kept alive as Pestilence takes vengeance for his fallen, apocalyptic brethren. As Pestilence shows his petty side Sam and Dean are feeling the increased challenge of getting the remaining rings.
Needless to say getting them are the least of their problems.
There is some good news – Chicago is about to be wiped off the face of the earth. And wherever the end is near, then so is Death. The intel is helpful as Bobby “pawned his soul†to help prevent Armageddon. What’s more he seals it with a kiss. One thing is that Death’s entrance is one scene stealing moment. When an entity has his own theme song you know he’s one badass. It’s also not a good idea to sneak up on him – especially during lunch.
Julian Richings as Death is one frightening and brilliant actor. As he brings this ancient concept to life he schools Dean on what his job entails. Eventually everyone dies – yes everyone. That includes the acknowledgment of God, since there will be no sentient beings to worship him. Essentially entropy will run amuck.
In this next to last episode of the season Sam and his plan to become Lucifer’s vessel is the last chance to save the world. Will Castiel become an angel again? Will Dean trust Sam? Will there ever be Chicago pizza again? Stay tuned to find out.
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