Margolis, drawing on their front steps, and connects with her over their love of art. However, he is recognized by a passing motorcyclist who has heard of his reputation, and it is revealed that he lied to her about his name. After he later admits to lying to her, she says that she doesn't care what he does as long as he doesn't do it at the house. He invites her inside to watch TV, even though he can't get his new television working. She holds his hand as they stare at the blank television. Title meaning "Negro y Azul" (pronounced [ˈne.ɰɾo i aˈsul]) is Spanish for "Black and Blue." "Black and Blue" was later the title of an episode of the Breaking Bad spinoff Better Call Saul. Critical reception The episode received critical praise. Seth Amitin, writing for IGN, gave the episode a 9.3/10, commenting: "This was one of the better episodes this season and now we've only just dipped our toes into the deep end." In 2019, The Ringer ranked "Negro y Azul" as the 36th best out of the 62 total Breaking Bad episodes. Production The episode was written by John Shiban, and directed by Felix Alcala. It aired on AMC in the United States and Canada on April 19, 2009. Notes References External links "Negro y Azul" at the official Breaking Bad site 2009 American television episodes Breaking Bad (season 2) episodes