Bates Motel: Season Five [DVD]

Excellent seller AA++++++++

As one who vividly remembers the anticipation of seeing Hitchcock's Psycho on it's original release in 1960 (no admittance to the cinema once the screening had begun and no details of the plot revealed beforehand - those were the days !) I've been a keen fan of Bates Motel throughout it's five seasons and was looking forward to seeing how the producers wrapped the whole story up whilst remaining true to the spirit of the original film. I'm pleased to say that they didn't disappoint - the iconic character of Marion Crane (Rihanna putting in a totally credible performance) duly appears and the soundtrack as she drives to the Motel is strongly reminiscent of that used in the film.I have no intention of including any spoilers here apart from saying that Norman's psychosis after the events of season 4 is on display to it's full extent and the switching from Norman to "Mother" even during scenes is accomplished with considerable skill leaving the viewer in no doubt as to who they are watching. There is a palpable sense of melancholy hanging over the final two episodes as the story is brought to it's final conclusion.All the members of the cast deserve high praise for making their individual characters so believable since the beginning of this engrossing series ( I must confess to a particular fondness for Olivia Cooke as Emma who's expressive eyes are able to convey so much) and it's a testament to Freddie Highmore's skill that he has managed to make a serial killer so sympathetic (he also gets to script and direct some episodes).I'm sure that this is a series that will bear any number of repeat viewings in the future.For those interested I can confirm the available subtitles as follows :- English SDH / Danish / Dutch / Finnish / French / Norwegian and Swedish. The blu ray extras comprise Deleted Scenes / Gag Reel / Bates Motel - Closed for Business and Bates Motel - The Checkout.

It felt rather sad when I started watching this in the knowledge that it was the very last season of what for me has been such a compelling drama.I take my hat off to all those that were involved in the production of Bates Motel, it's been a terrific and thoroughly entertaining series. Amazingly, this series never flagged, the storylines were well-constructed and the tension was maintained through each and every one of its episodes. I did wonder if the makers of this drama could actually bring it to a satisfying conclusion - and I'm very pleased to say that they did!Vera Farmiga was a revelation as the actress who brilliantly and convincingly portrayed Norma, and Freddie Highmore was magnificent as Norman ("what's for dinner, mother?"...). Some of the other main actors/actresses should not be forgotten either - Max Thieriot, who played Norman's thoughtful, sometimes unconventional step-brother, Dylan, Olivia Cooke, who played the sweet and lovely Emma and last, but not least, Nestor Carbonell, who played the enigmatic Sheriff Alex Romero.If you haven't seen any of the Bates Motel series and enjoy spooky, weird, atmospheric dramas where unhinged characters do some unexpected things, then I would implore you to check out this cracking, stylish drama. It's five stars all the way from me on this one and, not surprisingly, it's something I highly recommended.

Norman's skills at taxidermy have led to mother Norma preserved in the basement. Although dead two years, she remains very much alive in his mind. Increasingly unhinged, he forever conjures her up beside him - she still the control freak, determined to dominate every aspect of his life. How much longer can he keep up the pretence to others that all is normal, especially now stepfather ex-Sheriff Romaro is after his blood...?Inevitably this final season contains much tension, horror and black humour. Highlight is another tour de force from Freddie Highmore and Vera Farmiga, especially whenever one morphs into the other at times of stress. The series has moved towards the events of Hitchcock's iconic film, but diverts in interesting directions.For much of the way I was hooked. Sadly, though, as Norman finally disintegrates, the show does too. It simply does not seem to know how best to end, final sequences a mishmash and, in places, decidedly silly. Some will long for ruthless editing and greater focus!Ten episodes. Bonus features include interesting accounts of how the show tries to remain true to the spirit of the film - this despite set over sixty years later (a feat achieved successfully). Cast members give reactions to the parts played, all clearly having enjoyed five years of fraught gory challenges.For many it may jolt to learn the creators regard "Bates Motel" as a love story. Really? This it may have been so in earliest sequences. For the most part, it is surely the chilling tale of a obsessed manipulative mother causing her son to spiral into madness.Much then to applaud - but, perhaps, not quite as much as hoped.

I have not watched this yet but if its anything like the last seasons I'm sure it will be incredible

Most final seasons of t.v. shows are either tired and lacklustre or the story ends up in the air with no real conclusion leaving the viewer dissatisfied.Here they have left the best season for last,seasons 1-4 have led us to this point.The story pays homage to Hitchcocks original without losing it's own integrity and brings Norma & Norman's story to a satisfying conclusion.

Amazing box set, had us hooked for hours. Brilliant acting and story.

Such a great series, my favourite! Was tired of waiting for it to come on Netflix so I went ahead and ordered it online. Best decision, the DVD is great quality, no complaints!

Serie ist nur zu empfehlen, Spannung von Anfang an!

Livré en 24h, trop content! Très très bonne qualité. Version vf et vo entre autre disponible.Super dernière saison pleines de rebondissements !