The season’s standout episode, "Bagman," directed by Andrew Stanton, is a near-silent survival thriller that rivals Breaking Bad 's most intense moments. Stranded in the desert with $7 million in cash, Jimmy is pushed to his physical and mental limits. It is the moment Jimmy realizes he is in over his head—a realization that comes too late.
It is impossible to discuss Season 5 without analyzing the cinematic achievement of the desert episode. "Bagman" strips the show down to its primal elements. There is no dialogue for long stretches, only the sound of wind, the crunch of gravel, and the blinding sun. Better Call Saul Season 5 - threesixtyp