Over the past six months I've dedicated myself to one TV series and neglected all others. This may seem pretty normal, however I've become consumed by this series, four seasons in six weeks. Thats 42 episodes in 42 days. A Damn good average I'd say.
All this time I've been thinking to myself "God I'm falling in love with this series and I have nowhere to vent it"and then I thankfully remembered this little sight where these sort of self-written mini essays are not only welcomed but encouraged!
This series, created by David Chase, is addictive. I finish one episode and I automatically start the second. For some reason I can't seem to shake off the attraction of watching The Soprano empire crumble (Don't worry no spoilers here. More on that later.). Not only is it well written but it also boasts guest directors including a favourite actor of mine Steve Buscemi who directed the episode "Pinelands" such a simple premise, two guys get lost in the woods, however it is so fufilling seeing the cabin fever set in pushing these two characters to breaking point.
The main character Tony is as flawed as Don Draper, however you get the feeling that Tony is at the very least remorseful and regrets the bad decisions he makes (believe me there are alot). He is a man who acts upon instinct and is incredibly unpredictiable providing many shocks throughout the series.
My favourite character is Christopher, Tonys nephew, the heroin addict that has been known to beat his girlfriend. Great role model. But the reason I love this character is the way he is the only member of the family to have other aspirations shown when it's revealed he is an avid screenwriter (yay) and wants to write the next Godfather/Goodfellas.
Fan-boy moment over. But there is one more thing I wanted to say. If your watching a series, DON'T AT ANY POINT go on the internet and research the show, that means not going on youtube to find a song (Police mashup in the intro of season 3), that also means not going on wikipedia to find out the episode listings to write a blog.
It leads to major disapointment, the pulling of hair and floods of tears. DON'T DO IT.
Be warned.
Picture of my favourite character doing what he does best.
Cheers.
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