Sopranos - Favourite Episode? Favourite Character?

[english_farang_lady]

Sad this landmark series is ending soon, it will be missed. Got me wondering which is the best episode of all time? And which character is the most popular?

For me, there is no doubt, my favourite episode is "Pine Barrens" which is equally dark and comedic at the same time. Especially the 'bad phone signal' conversation between Paulie and TS, which still makes me laugh.

As to character, well although I was in love with Tony Soprano for years, I think it has to be Carmella. She is so long suffering, and tries so hard to do the right thing.

How about you?

PS Re-watched the series finale of Six Feet Under, season five, the final finale. Always gives me goose bumps. The creator of this series (Alan Ball who wrote and directed this particular episode) has left no room whatsoever for a comeback, unlike David Chase and the Sopranos.

[chinthee]

Sad this landmark series is ending soon, it will be missed. Got me wondering which is the best episode of all time? And which character is the most popular?

For me, there is no doubt, my favourite episode is "Pine Barrens" which is equally dark and comedic at the same time. Especially the 'bad phone signal' conversation between Paulie and TS, which still makes me laugh.

As to character, well although I was in love with Tony Soprano for years, I think it has to be Carmella. She is so long suffering, and tries so hard to do the right thing.

How about you?

PS Re-watched the series finale of Six Feet Under, season five, the final finale. Always gives me goose bumps. The creator of this series (Alan Ball who wrote and directed this particular episode) has left no room whatsoever for a comeback, unlike David Chase and the Sopranos.

English Lady, no question, hands down best episode was when Tony and boys took Big Pussy out on the boat and whacked him. Best TV ever... Forgot the episode #, but I'm sure you know it.

[chinthee]

I think the greatest mistake they ever made was killing off Adrianna. She was one of the best characters ever and should have been here at the end coming up. I doubt anyone would disagree.

[Weho]

I liked the episode where that guy got "whacked"...

[chinthee]

I liked the episode where that guy got "whacked"...

Whaa?? you wanna start sumpim?

[kopite]

for me it was the episode when tony killed ralphy, and then chrissy chopped him to bits. never saw it coming and when chris realises he was wearing a wig....priceless.

shocked at the wig but chopping off his hands, feet and head?.....easy

best tv series EVER.

[bazmlb]

so whats this have to do with pattaya?

[Totster]

so whats this have to do with pattaya?

Nothing as far as I can see, I'll move it to the pub..

totster

[english_farang_lady]

Sorry Totster, had another thread asking where to buy Sopranos in Pattaya, so put it there as many many fans of this show there in particular.

Thanks for moving it.

EFL

[thaibebop]

I love it all and come on, how can anyone put any person above Tony?

[lazeeboy]

I love it all and come on, how can anyone put any person above Tony?

for me its tony ,and the episode the one where tony buys his mum and his club a new phone,mum sorts it straight away, the barman has problems throughout the episode until tony beats the crap out of him with it ,great stuff

[thaibebop]

I love it all and come on, how can anyone put any person above Tony?

for me its tony ,and the episode the one where tony buys his mum and his club a new phone,mum sorts it straight away, the barman has problems throughout the episode until tony beats the crap out of him with it ,great stuff

I love the episoda when he is trying to shake down the Jew and the Jew asks him "Where are those Romans now?" Tony say, "You're looking at 'em."

[bkkmadness]

"Where are those Romans now?" Tony say, "You're looking at 'em."

One classic line amongst so many, a series to be missed for sure.

Loved it when Sylvio whacked Adrianna, that was some cold blooded sh1t.

I've got one episode left to watch and that's it.

[Austhaied]

Any episode where Tony's daughter gets about in her bikini (post 16 of course)..

[Tingnongnoi]

the episode where Tony and Paulie and Christopher go to Italy, or the Pine barrens classic. Also the scene where the Mercedes dealer girlfriend gets warned to stay away from Tony was chilling.

Favorite Character has to be Paulie Walnuts

[thaibebop]

I love Paulie's ranting about the abuse of Italian cultural. As well as washing your hands after tying your shoes.

[ThaiPauly]

Paulie for me

Best TV ever...with Deadwood runnng second.

I once watched the first 3 series back to back while I was waiting for my house to be finished....took me about 5 days.

I never got to see the final series...does anyone know where I can get a copy?

[OneeyedJohn]

Paulie is the best with his one liners, and Carmine's malaprops.

The acting from Gandolfino is just awesome.

[Austhaied]

Paulie for me

Best TV ever...with Deadwood runnng second.

I once watched the first 3 series back to back while I was waiting for my house to be finished....took me about 5 days.

I never got to see the final series...does anyone know where I can get a copy?

If it's season 6 you're talking about i have it right here. Would be happy to burn baby burn some for you.. can bring them to your place (resto) Monday or Tuesday afternoon..

[Bunnycoat]

Tony, Tony, TonySoprano!!!!! my Fav is the last episode in the second last series where Tony is pushing through the snow towards his and Carmella's house after running from the FBI

to the sound of Van Morrison 'Glad Tidings from New York'. Sooo good - I had to get the CD.

[chinthee]

Paulie for me

Best TV ever...with Deadwood runnng second.

I once watched the first 3 series back to back while I was waiting for my house to be finished....took me about 5 days.

I never got to see the final series...does anyone know where I can get a copy?

If it's season 6 you're talking about i have it right here. Would be happy to burn baby burn some for you.. can bring them to your place (resto) Monday or Tuesday afternoon..

Just a note for you hard core Soprano addicts. The final episodes 13-20 are in hand for some of us in Thailand. The absolute final episode airs Sunday night (21). That will be the end of it.

For those of you in Pattaya, PM English Farang Lady as the point person; for those in BKK or Phuket PM me. Evidently, the Changmai'ers have a source.

Happy viewing! Don't get whacked in the process...

[kayo]

I think the greatest mistake they ever made was killing off Adrianna. She was one of the best characters ever and should have been here at the end coming up. I doubt anyone would disagree.

I'm sorry, but I'll be the first to take you up on that.

Although she was vaguely attractive (for, say one evening's fun) and the actress is a decent one, the character of adriana p1ssed me right the fukc off throughout. and of course worse the day she started betraying the family. i get that she was in a bind etc etc etc.. . but i felt too close to the sopranos to be able to watch her betraying them. I wanted to call tony adn tell him, but... but... it's fiction!

Tony.

He's the dude, plain and simple.

Walnuts, yeah... He's funny, but he's got too many issues.

For me the the capo del cool has got to be Sylvio. He takes care of business. Doesn't complain, goes an extra step always, and has a handle on things. he's the ultimate captain.

Loved the episode where sylvio has to try to cover up the "accidental" death and tries to keep Tony from coming into the office.

[ThaiPauly]

Paulie for me

Best TV ever...with Deadwood runnng second.

I once watched the first 3 series back to back while I was waiting for my house to be finished....took me about 5 days.

I never got to see the final series...does anyone know where I can get a copy?

If it's season 6 you're talking about i have it right here. Would be happy to burn baby burn some for you.. can bring them to your place (resto) Monday or Tuesday afternoon..

That would be fantasic.

Cheers Mate

PS..remember we dont open till 5pm

[chinthee]

I think the greatest mistake they ever made was killing off Adrianna. She was one of the best characters ever and should have been here at the end coming up. I doubt anyone would disagree.

I'm sorry, but I'll be the first to take you up on that.

Although she was vaguely attractive (for, say one evening's fun) and the actress is a decent one, the character of adriana p1ssed me right the fukc off throughout. and of course worse the day she started betraying the family. i get that she was in a bind etc etc etc.. . but i felt too close to the sopranos to be able to watch her betraying them. I wanted to call tony adn tell him, but... but... it's fiction!

Tony.

He's the dude, plain and simple.

Walnuts, yeah... He's funny, but he's got too many issues.

For me the the capo del cool has got to be Sylvio. He takes care of business. Doesn't complain, goes an extra step always, and has a handle on things. he's the ultimate captain.

Loved the episode where sylvio has to try to cover up the "accidental" death and tries to keep Tony from coming into the office.

Kayo, your critique of Adrianna is well taken. However, what made her a great character was the fact that Christopher truly loved her, that she had a duality to her that allowed Christopher to be a hard core drug user, gangster and bad boy, but at the same time hold out hope to be a family man; she was accepted by all the family; and finally, that as Christopher was the heir apparent to the family, she was the perfect Don's wife. For that reason, when she left, Christopher lost his lock on inheriting the crown, and for that reason, the series lost its heir apparent, which for me, diminished the series to an extent.

[chuchok]

Paulie for me

Best TV ever...with Deadwood runnng second.

I once watched the first 3 series back to back while I was waiting for my house to be finished....took me about 5 days.

I never got to see the final series...does anyone know where I can get a copy?

If it's season 6 you're talking about i have it right here. Would be happy to burn baby burn some for you.. can bring them to your place (resto) Monday or Tuesday afternoon..

That would be fantasic.

Cheers Mate

PS..remember we dont open till 5pm

No need to burn it Austaid.I have a spare(I brought an extra one after I had a few too many!! ) series six that I can give to TP tomorrow.never been used...

[kayo]

I think the greatest mistake they ever made was killing off Adrianna. She was one of the best characters ever and should have been here at the end coming up. I doubt anyone would disagree.

I'm sorry, but I'll be the first to take you up on that.

Although she was vaguely attractive (for, say one evening's fun) and the actress is a decent one, the character of adriana p1ssed me right the fukc off throughout. and of course worse the day she started betraying the family. i get that she was in a bind etc etc etc.. . but i felt too close to the sopranos to be able to watch her betraying them. I wanted to call tony adn tell him, but... but... it's fiction!

Tony.

He's the dude, plain and simple.

Walnuts, yeah... He's funny, but he's got too many issues.

For me the the capo del cool has got to be Sylvio. He takes care of business. Doesn't complain, goes an extra step always, and has a handle on things. he's the ultimate captain.

Loved the episode where sylvio has to try to cover up the "accidental" death and tries to keep Tony from coming into the office.

Kayo, your critique of Adrianna is well taken. However, what made her a great character was the fact that Christopher truly loved her, that she had a duality to her that allowed Christopher to be a hard core drug user, gangster and bad boy, but at the same time hold out hope to be a family man; she was accepted by all the family; and finally, that as Christopher was the heir apparent to the family, she was the perfect Don's wife. For that reason, when she left, Christopher lost his lock on inheriting the crown, and for that reason, the series lost its heir apparent, which for me, diminished the series to an extent.

Yes. very well written. I do particularly agree that she was the right character for a growth into a future don's wife. Carmela also mostly treated her as such... like a daughter, grooming her for a potential future.

I do also think she should have at least given Tony head, in the car the night they crashed.

[chinthee]

I think the greatest mistake they ever made was killing off Adrianna. She was one of the best characters ever and should have been here at the end coming up. I doubt anyone would disagree.

I'm sorry, but I'll be the first to take you up on that.

Although she was vaguely attractive (for, say one evening's fun) and the actress is a decent one, the character of adriana p1ssed me right the fukc off throughout. and of course worse the day she started betraying the family. i get that she was in a bind etc etc etc.. . but i felt too close to the sopranos to be able to watch her betraying them. I wanted to call tony adn tell him, but... but... it's fiction!

Tony.

He's the dude, plain and simple.

Walnuts, yeah... He's funny, but he's got too many issues.

For me the the capo del cool has got to be Sylvio. He takes care of business. Doesn't complain, goes an extra step always, and has a handle on things. he's the ultimate captain.

Loved the episode where sylvio has to try to cover up the "accidental" death and tries to keep Tony from coming into the office.

Kayo, your critique of Adrianna is well taken. However, what made her a great character was the fact that Christopher truly loved her, that she had a duality to her that allowed Christopher to be a hard core drug user, gangster and bad boy, but at the same time hold out hope to be a family man; she was accepted by all the family; and finally, that as Christopher was the heir apparent to the family, she was the perfect Don's wife. For that reason, when she left, Christopher lost his lock on inheriting the crown, and for that reason, the series lost its heir apparent, which for me, diminished the series to an extent.

Yes. very well written. I do particularly agree that she was the right character for a growth into a future don's wife. Carmela also mostly treated her as such... like a daughter, grooming her for a potential future.

I do also think she should have at least given Tony head, in the car the night they crashed.

Yep, I agree, and they both wanted that. Ok, tonight USA time (Sunday night) is the last episode. Please don't anyone spoil this for us in Thailand as we will get this some days or weeks late in Thailand.

[Tilokarat]

Well, I liked Adrianna, in particular, when she spoke to Chris-tuh-fuh. But a case could be made for a lot of them. This was a good show that held my interest much like that long series a few years back called Tenko, in the women's prisoner of war camp under Japanese control.

[kayo]

cool. Have been waiting for the 2nd half of the season to finish airing. Am downloading it now!!

Edited June 10, 2007 by kayo

[TRIPxCORE]

I just got done watching the series finale here in the U.S. I was very disappointed and that is all I will say about it.

Paulie Walnuts is my favorite because he always made me laugh with the stuff he said.