'Sopranos' final season to begin April 8

Garden Dogg

mookie_in_eugene wrote:

It should be any minute now when the West Coast HBO finishes and many new people with redundant statement will start posting. I'm just glad I had the East Coast feed.

lol! i'm watching it again on hbo2 even though i recorded it to dvd. now you're making me want to check in again when it's over.

mookie_in_eugene

Garden Dogg wrote:

lol! i'm watching it again on hbo2 even though i recorded it to dvd. now you're making me want to check in again when it's over.

Maybe the West Coast feed has one of the altrenative endings....

Garden Dogg

mookie_in_eugene wrote:

Maybe the West Coast feed has one of the altrenative endings....

let's see how many people think their cable went out.

mookie_in_eugene

Garden Dogg wrote:

let's see how many people think their cable went out.

We should have heard something by now. Maybe people are still in shock.

Allie

mookie_in_eugene wrote:

We should have heard something by now. Maybe people are still in shock.

LOL.
There's a cool review up on Yahoo.

My Dad didn't see it but he said it sounds like it's the continuation of life. He gets pretty deep sometimes.

But yeah I think this is going to polarize people, either they'll have loved it or despised it. People like closure, I think, they don't like abstract vague-ness that makes you ponder. People don't watch tv to ponder, imo, they watch it for the entertainment.

mookie blaylock 10

Garden Dogg wrote:

actually, he's the one of very few in the entertainment industry that HAS balls. he challenges his audience to think for themselves instead of having everything spoon fed to them.

bingo!

NCBRI

I know people everywhere are going to debate the open endedness of this, but I agree with those who say it's perfect.

As soon as Phil says "Bye Bye" to the babies, I knew he was going down. You get the satisfaction of him being whacked which is great but the whole speed bump thing was just bliss. The bystanders response with the throwing up was great. I was waiting for Chris Tucker to pop up and say: "Damn, you just got knocked the fuck out".

AJ referring to the poet "Yeets". and then the SUV going up in smoke as he's ready to bang the girl.

Paulie and the cat. Funny shit and another example of Tony's weakness/connection to animals. I was surprised to not see the ducks pop up by the swimming pool last night.

The guy with the Feds after he hears Phil has been taken out saying: "We're gonna win this thing" like he's watching a Devils vs Rangers game or something.

I love the way in which the final scene was shot. The family being brought in one at a time as if to receive their applause now that its over. The overall intensity of the scene was great. The cameras focusing on the guy at the bar and the guy with the USA hat kept you guessing. Meadow taking FOREVER to park her car. You just knew their was gonna be some significance to it. He pulled us in and then said, here, its yours. End it however you want. That was great. And then to run the music over the final scene as opposed to the credits like they usually do just seemed brilliant.
I cant remember the other song titles they highlighted as Tony is browsing the jukebox, but I guess his choice was significant.

Hate to see this show end.

mookie blaylock 10

NCBRI wrote:

I know people everywhere are going to debate the open endedness of this, but I agree with those who say it's perfect.

As soon as Phil says "Bye Bye" to the babies, I knew he was going down. You get the satisfaction of him being whacked which is great but the whole speed bump thing was just bliss. The bystanders response with the throwing up was great. I was waiting for Chris Tucker to pop up and say: "Damn, you just got knocked the fuck out".

AJ referring to the poet "Yeets". and then the SUV going up in smoke as he's ready to bang the girl.

Paulie and the cat. Funny shit and another example of Tony's weakness/connection to animals. I was surprised to not see the ducks pop up by the swimming pool last night.

The guy with the Feds after he hears Phil has been taken out saying: "We're gonna win this thing" like he's watching a Devils vs Rangers game or something.

I love the way in which the final scene was shot. The family being brought in one at a time as if to receive their applause now that its over. The overall intensity of the scene was great. The cameras focusing on the guy at the bar and the guy with the USA hat kept you guessing. Meadow taking FOREVER to park her car. You just knew their was gonna be some significance to it. He pulled us in and then said, here, its yours. End it however you want. That was great. And then to run the music over the final scene as opposed to the credits like they usually do just seemed brilliant.
I cant remember the other song titles they highlighted as Tony is browsing the jukebox, but I guess his choice was significant.

Hate to see this show end.

awesome post. well said.

patrickredeyes

NCBRI wrote:

I know people everywhere are going to debate the open endedness of this, but I agree with those who say it's perfect.

As soon as Phil says "Bye Bye" to the babies, I knew he was going down. You get the satisfaction of him being whacked which is great but the whole speed bump thing was just bliss. The bystanders response with the throwing up was great. I was waiting for Chris Tucker to pop up and say: "Damn, you just got knocked the fuck out".

AJ referring to the poet "Yeets". and then the SUV going up in smoke as he's ready to bang the girl.

Paulie and the cat. Funny shit and another example of Tony's weakness/connection to animals. I was surprised to not see the ducks pop up by the swimming pool last night.

The guy with the Feds after he hears Phil has been taken out saying: "We're gonna win this thing" like he's watching a Devils vs Rangers game or something.

I love the way in which the final scene was shot. The family being brought in one at a time as if to receive their applause now that its over. The overall intensity of the scene was great. The cameras focusing on the guy at the bar and the guy with the USA hat kept you guessing. Meadow taking FOREVER to park her car. You just knew their was gonna be some significance to it. He pulled us in and then said, here, its yours. End it however you want. That was great. And then to run the music over the final scene as opposed to the credits like they usually do just seemed brilliant.
I cant remember the other song titles they highlighted as Tony is browsing the jukebox, but I guess his choice was significant.

Hate to see this show end.

Excellent post

Sprunkn7

Last night I was like "what the hell!!"
When I woke up and thought about it in the shower this morning I was pleased with the end. It does make you think for yourself. I have all kinds of ideas, but I like the happy ending of the family plugging along together.

NY PJ1

the cat was fun

Yellow Bedwetter

NCBRI wrote:

I know people everywhere are going to debate the open endedness of this, but I agree with those who say it's perfect.

As soon as Phil says "Bye Bye" to the babies, I knew he was going down. You get the satisfaction of him being whacked which is great but the whole speed bump thing was just bliss. The bystanders response with the throwing up was great. I was waiting for Chris Tucker to pop up and say: "Damn, you just got knocked the fuck out".

AJ referring to the poet "Yeets". and then the SUV going up in smoke as he's ready to bang the girl.

Paulie and the cat. Funny shit and another example of Tony's weakness/connection to animals. I was surprised to not see the ducks pop up by the swimming pool last night.

The guy with the Feds after he hears Phil has been taken out saying: "We're gonna win this thing" like he's watching a Devils vs Rangers game or something.

I love the way in which the final scene was shot. The family being brought in one at a time as if to receive their applause now that its over. The overall intensity of the scene was great. The cameras focusing on the guy at the bar and the guy with the USA hat kept you guessing. Meadow taking FOREVER to park her car. You just knew their was gonna be some significance to it. He pulled us in and then said, here, its yours. End it however you want. That was great. And then to run the music over the final scene as opposed to the credits like they usually do just seemed brilliant.
I cant remember the other song titles they highlighted as Tony is browsing the jukebox, but I guess his choice was significant.

Hate to see this show end.

terrific post...Preston & Steve were funny this morning tho calling it the worst ending in TV series history..goin on about the onion rings (which I don't remember seeing). Was there o rings at the table??

patrickredeyes

Sprunkn7 wrote:

Last night I was like "what the hell!!"
When I woke up and thought about it in the shower this morning I was pleased with the end. It does make you think for yourself. I have all kinds of ideas, but I like the happy ending of the family plugging along together.

I was pleased right after it ended. I'm glad you and others are feeling the same way now. IMO it was a perfect ending. It makes you think all kinds of things. Pauile and the cat I laughed so much.

NY PJ1

Song Lyrics - Don't Stop Believin'
Just a small town girl, livin' in a lonely world
She took the midnight train goin' anywhere...
Just a city boy, born and raised in South Detroit
He took the midnight train goin' anywhere...

A singer in a smoky room,
The smell of wine and cheap perfume
For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on and on and on...

Strangers waiting, up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Streetlight people, living just to find emotion
Hiding, somewhere in the night

Working hard to get my fill,
Everybody wants a thrill
Payin' anything to roll the dice,
Just one more time

Some will win, some will lose
Some were born to sing the blues
Oh, the movie never ends
It goes on and on and on and on

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people


this about sums it up

patrickredeyes

NY PJ1 wrote:

Song Lyrics - Don't Stop Believin'
Just a small town girl, livin' in a lonely world
She took the midnight train goin' anywhere...
Just a city boy, born and raised in South Detroit
He took the midnight train goin' anywhere...

A singer in a smoky room,
The smell of wine and cheap perfume
For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on and on and on...

Strangers waiting, up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Streetlight people, living just to find emotion
Hiding, somewhere in the night

Working hard to get my fill,
Everybody wants a thrill
Payin' anything to roll the dice,
Just one more time

Some will win, some will lose
Some were born to sing the blues
Oh, the movie never ends
It goes on and on and on and on

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people


this about sums it up

My sister called me right after it was over and said she will alwasy think of the final scene when she hears that song. LOL

momofglynn

NY PJ1 wrote:

the cat was fun

I said it earlier...I think it was to represent Adriana in some way. I think it was her reincarnated. At least that's what I pulled out of it. Tony liked the cat and the cat just staring at Christopher's picture. Perhaps a way to give her credit even though she is dead. If the whole show is as open as everyone claims it to be, just my 2 cents.

Yellow Bedwetter

NY PJ1 wrote:

Song Lyrics - Don't Stop Believin'
Just a small town girl, livin' in a lonely world
She took the midnight train goin' anywhere...
Just a city boy, born and raised in South Detroit
He took the midnight train goin' anywhere...

A singer in a smoky room,
The smell of wine and cheap perfume
For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on and on and on...

Strangers waiting, up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Streetlight people, living just to find emotion
Hiding, somewhere in the night

Working hard to get my fill,
Everybody wants a thrill
Payin' anything to roll the dice,
Just one more time

Some will win, some will lose
Some were born to sing the blues
Oh, the movie never ends
It goes on and on and on and on

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people

Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people


this about sums it up

remember what tony says to paulie while they're in the van: "Just listen to the music."

Steve Dunne

NCBRI wrote:

I know people everywhere are going to debate the open endedness of this, but I agree with those who say it's perfect.

As soon as Phil says "Bye Bye" to the babies, I knew he was going down. You get the satisfaction of him being whacked which is great but the whole speed bump thing was just bliss. The bystanders response with the throwing up was great. I was waiting for Chris Tucker to pop up and say: "Damn, you just got knocked the fuck out".

AJ referring to the poet "Yeets". and then the SUV going up in smoke as he's ready to bang the girl.

Paulie and the cat. Funny shit and another example of Tony's weakness/connection to animals. I was surprised to not see the ducks pop up by the swimming pool last night.

The guy with the Feds after he hears Phil has been taken out saying: "We're gonna win this thing" like he's watching a Devils vs Rangers game or something.

I love the way in which the final scene was shot. The family being brought in one at a time as if to receive their applause now that its over. The overall intensity of the scene was great. The cameras focusing on the guy at the bar and the guy with the USA hat kept you guessing. Meadow taking FOREVER to park her car. You just knew their was gonna be some significance to it. He pulled us in and then said, here, its yours. End it however you want. That was great. And then to run the music over the final scene as opposed to the credits like they usually do just seemed brilliant.
I cant remember the other song titles they highlighted as Tony is browsing the jukebox, but I guess his choice was significant.

Hate to see this show end.

Bri - that was better than any term paper you ever wrote!!! Good stuff!

NY PJ1

maybe the cat was big pussy??

AllIAm

im bummed. that was my favorite little ice cream shop. just a whole in the wall place right down the street from where my parents live that i loved to go to when i was home... and now... it will be packed forever. i can't even imagine how many people will go tonight. they do make goooood ice cream though