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An Introduction
I have been interested in this show for quite some time. I've heard great things about it, and over the years I've come to really respect James Gandolfini as an actor. And how could I NOT watch a show about the mafia? I LOVE mafia movies, so an entire series about the mafia will be great! Now, usually if I'm not totally hooked by the second or third episode, I give up on a show, but I'm not doing that with The Sopranos. It seems that this is a show that grows on you. So, I want to give it time to sink in and not just ditch it right away. So far, I am not completely entranced by the story and I'm not excitedly fumbling with the remote to get to the next episode, but that's ok, because I really like the show so far. I wouldn't call it perfect, but I'm only 3 episodes in, and every show has it's "first episodes flaws". I'm sure that the show will improve as I get into it. That being said, I'd like to discuss the pilot episode.
The pilot episode was pretty good. I wouldn't call it the best pilot I've seen but it was good enough. There was some choppy acting here and there, but I don't expect perfection in the first few episodes. Overall, I think it set up the story very well. It introduces you to the main characters very well, and throws in a few mafia movie references to please the "mafia movie crowd". I really like the exchanges between Tony Soprano and his therapist, not just in the first episode, but in all the episodes I've seen since. It's nice to take a break from all the chaos to hear a bit of conversation over all that's happened in Tony Soprano's life. The therapist scenes are definitely a plus so far.
I am also very much pleased with the camerawork. Low lighting in dark mafia scenes and bright lighting during the family scenes really helps make a contrast between the two worlds. I am certainly impressed by the camerawork and it will definitley have me coming back for more.
So far James Gandolfini is great. You can tell that he is such a complicated character and 3 episodes in I can see that we are going to be seeing so much from him. I'm very excited to learn about this character as the show goes on.
I really like the pacing of The Sopranos so far. They don't make too much happen in each episode leaving you confused, they let you know things bit by bit and let the story naturally unfold. It's like an excessively wrapped Christmas present. You keep tearing off the wrapping paper bit by bit, and when you're finally done, you're glad that you took the time to get to the final reveal. It's about the journey, not the destination. That's why I like the story of The Sopranos, it's very well paced.
As a mafia show, this has just about everything I was hoping for. 'Nuff said.
I really like The Sopranos so far. Everything fits together really well. The story, the characters, the acting, the camerawork, all of it comes together to make one helluva show. And I'm only three episodes in. I will try and continue an analysis of the show, maybe not episode by episode, but every few episodes or whenever I feel compelled to write about it.
Feel free to comment, just as long as you don't leave any spoilers. As I get into the show, if any of you would like to discuss it with me I would be more than happy to oblige. Thank you if you took the time to read this, I hope you enjoyed it.
The pilot episode was pretty good. I wouldn't call it the best pilot I've seen but it was good enough. There was some choppy acting here and there, but I don't expect perfection in the first few episodes. Overall, I think it set up the story very well. It introduces you to the main characters very well, and throws in a few mafia movie references to please the "mafia movie crowd". I really like the exchanges between Tony Soprano and his therapist, not just in the first episode, but in all the episodes I've seen since. It's nice to take a break from all the chaos to hear a bit of conversation over all that's happened in Tony Soprano's life. The therapist scenes are definitely a plus so far.
I am also very much pleased with the camerawork. Low lighting in dark mafia scenes and bright lighting during the family scenes really helps make a contrast between the two worlds. I am certainly impressed by the camerawork and it will definitley have me coming back for more.
So far James Gandolfini is great. You can tell that he is such a complicated character and 3 episodes in I can see that we are going to be seeing so much from him. I'm very excited to learn about this character as the show goes on.
I really like the pacing of The Sopranos so far. They don't make too much happen in each episode leaving you confused, they let you know things bit by bit and let the story naturally unfold. It's like an excessively wrapped Christmas present. You keep tearing off the wrapping paper bit by bit, and when you're finally done, you're glad that you took the time to get to the final reveal. It's about the journey, not the destination. That's why I like the story of The Sopranos, it's very well paced.
As a mafia show, this has just about everything I was hoping for. 'Nuff said.
I really like The Sopranos so far. Everything fits together really well. The story, the characters, the acting, the camerawork, all of it comes together to make one helluva show. And I'm only three episodes in. I will try and continue an analysis of the show, maybe not episode by episode, but every few episodes or whenever I feel compelled to write about it.
Feel free to comment, just as long as you don't leave any spoilers. As I get into the show, if any of you would like to discuss it with me I would be more than happy to oblige. Thank you if you took the time to read this, I hope you enjoyed it.
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Through the darkness of future past
The magician longs to see
One chants out between two worlds:
Fire walk with me.
Through the darkness of future past
The magician longs to see
One chants out between two worlds:
Fire walk with me.
. It's daaaaa jacket 
