When I first heard about Breaking Bad, I wasn’t really sure I’d like it at all. First of all, it was airing on AMC which, to me, isn’t really known for having stellar original series. Also, the premise about a high school teacher turning to his chemistry skills and a life of making crystal meth to pay for his cancer treatment seemed really out there, especially when it seemed this wasn’t being billed as a comedy. Add to this that Bryan Cranston of Malcolm in the Middle was starring, and I was completely confused … and eventually, extremely curious.

A pleasant surprise, Breaking Bad is much more than what appears on the cover. There’s a deep story here, and while it’s not meant to be outwardly funny, it definitely has its moments. Just look at the cover of the DVD and you’ll see what I mean.

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