SPOILER ALERT
What did you think of the Mad Men Series Finale?
I like it when the fates of characters are spelled out. I know there are some who are ok with it when things are left up in the air but personally, when I’ve invested time in a series, I like to know what happens with these characters I’ve spent time watching.
The series finale of Mad Men provided closure (and surprisingly happy endings) for the main characters (well, except Betty. Poor Betty).
The look of complete and unrelenting sadness on Don’s face when Peggy asks Don “What did you ever do that was so bad?” and he explains it…that pretty much captures the whole series.
Sooner or later, bad actions catch up with the actor. Cheating was fun and all but faced with the fact that his philandering means that he won’t be able to be there for Betty, the woman he loves, during her terminal illness forces him to fully accept the full weight of what he’s done.
We’re led to think Don might commit suicide but the story ends…with a smile.
Catharsis. The assumption (I assume) is Don forgives himself. It’d be nice to know what he’s going to do next, but at least he’s come to terms with his past and is willing to forgive himself and move on.
It’d be nice to know if he actually does move on and live a fruitful life from hereon but I suppose shows can’t last forever.
Thanks Mad Men. You will be missed.
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