Sopranos (spoilers)

[Fatter than Joey]

BTW, speaking of Paulie, I found his converation with Bobby and Sil to be very interesting in which he asked if Tony was aware of the situation that he was put in charge of.

 

I thought it was interesting that Phil's group didn't think to target Paulie as he wasn't a part of their "management".

 

I thought Tony's meeting with the Dr. was as scary as anything else.

 

I didn't really understand what the opening scene had to do with the show.

[RobertR]

I think all of the digressions and detours by the series gave the last episode more of an impact. David Chase has avoided formula throughout the series and when he goes the "predictable" route it still feels fresh.

 

Other thoughts.

 

The Tony/Melfi fight was a highlight of the episode right up there with the murder of Bobby. Strong acting there.

 

Melfi's analyst is a schmuck. Playing the "We're all professionals here" card after unprofessionally outing one of her patients is the definition of a hypocrite. Good solid writing there.

 

I think I would have smacked AJ too after his reaction to Bobby's death. Tony showed remarkable restraint.

 

Paulie has to complain about him not being a target next episode. Or mention he's lucky they found out before they targeted him. No way Paulie doesn't take offense/try to make himself the center of attention.

 

Who would have thought it would come down to Paulie and Tony as the last of the core crew? It probably does make sense though. Bobby might have been the "heart" of the crew and Syl the "brains". That leaves Tony with his muscle and base animal instincts.

 

It was nice they remembered the assault rifle that Bobby gave Tony at the start of this run.

 

Great teaser for next week as well. It really gave away nothing of importance. I don't know how it's all going to play out, but I'm not expecting anything pat and predictable. Sopranos isn't Greek tragedy.

 

Robert

[Fatter than Joey]

I have a very odd feeling that AJ plays a huge role in the final episode.

 

I really hope so -- Part of what hooked me with this show intially was Tony's relationship with his mother and his past. I think with what Meadow said about AJ is really true, at the end of the day it is all about their son.

 

Great episode -- I have been thinking about it non-stop since last night.

[PeaveyFury]

Great teaser for next week as well. It really gave away nothing of importance.

 

Yeah, you couldn't even really tell if those were just past clips or actually clips from the upcoming finale. I kind of chuckled to myself after it was over, as it was apparent that they knew they didn't really have to advertise/give anything away to get tons of people watching next weekend.

[BoneDaddyKool]

I loved the episode, anybody else wonder if Sil is really not going to make it? They just said he wasn't expected to. Maybe he survives and Tony and Paulie wait out the war until Phil goes down? Should be interesting.

[And That]

The Tony/Melfi fight was a highlight of the episode right up there with the murder of Bobby. Strong acting there.

 

I thought the Tony/Melfi confrontation was not only the highlight of the episode, but one of the highlights of the entire series. Absolutely superb acting on both halves... you could really see Melfi struggle with her decision to take the conversation where it went, and Tony's shock about possibly taking the higher road in the banter. I didn't delete the episode on my DVR solely so I could watch that scene again.

[brettac1]

Silvio's a goner, man. He'll always be remembered for that great head of hair, though.

 

I've never thought the Melfi character was good at all. Lorraine Bracco is such an over-actor. But, last night's performance was pretty good.

[danzig6767]

My reaction when the last episode ended was,how are they going to finish it all of in only one hour?There just seems like there are so many loose ends to tie up yet that one hour can't possibly fit it all in.

 

Maybe if the last episode was two hours it feels like there would be enough time to probably not leave viewers with a bunch of what about questions.Who knows though,Chase is a great writer so he very well could pull it off.

[BrewCrewForever]

Great episode! I am so pumped for the series finale. The suspense is killing me as to how they are going to end it all.

[Roscoe Chill]

Well, here goes my theory on how the series will end:

 

More blood will be shed by the Jersey Crew in their war against New York...Tony will escape somehow as he always seems to...Tony has no one left in his faction to care about, and no other possible way to get New York other than to use the friendly FBI presence that has lingered all season long and agree to testify against Phil and that weasel Butch, and anyone and everyeone else with New York that he needs to (saving only Carmine?)... last few minutes include a montage of characters (who are left alive) and what path they will eventually take (Meadow, AJ, Janice, maybe Paulie?)...and the final shot of the series is Tony walking out to get the morning paper in a new driveway, as Kevin Finnerty still looking over his shoulder as he always did, only in a different locale.

[Fatter than Joey]

Well, here goes my theory on how the series will end:

 

I agree in a very large part -- I agree with PF in that AJ will play a huge role, that is to say, I think Tony will be forced to do something outside his historical tendencies to benefit his son.

[bigopey76]

In my opinion, everything is pointing to greater involvement by the FBI. They have been waiting in the wings for a while, and now is their time to get more involved. I agree that this will probably take the shape of Tony seeking to deal for his security and well being. I could also see AJ turning in Tony due to his new views on oppression of the weak (watching all about terrorism and depression during the assault on the other students). However it goes down, Tony will survive the end of the episode and there will be some sort of cryptic final scene showing Tony standing there looking off into the distance.

[IslandsAC]

Finally got around to watching the episode and wow. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Ever since Phil had that awkward moment at the bar after his brother (or was it his nephew) was killed, you knew it was going to have to end like this.

 

Maybe I'm in the minority, but I think Tony's definitely gonna die. I think Phil will be dead by the end of next week too. I can't even begin to imagine how it's gonna happen though. Wow, the last hour of the series could literally go in any direction!

[colbyjack]

NDOG, that is an awesome prediction. I'll wait to see how it plays out, but after hearing that, if it doesn't go that way, I'll almost be disappointed.

[Roscoe Chill]

NDOG, that is an awesome prediction. I'll wait to see how it plays out, but after hearing that, if it doesn't go that way, I'll almost be disappointed.

 

Thanks. I wish the finale was 2 hours long. It'll almost be too hard to end the series right knowing what we know now and that there is only one left...just my opinion.

[PeaveyFury]

Yeah, that's a good prediction, NDOG. The coma/Kevin Finnerty thing was so out there and obscure, they almost have to tie it in like that.

[BrewCrewForever]

The coma/Kevin Finnerty thing was so out there and obscure, they almost have to tie it in like that.

 

Yeah I could totally see that somehow coming together here at the end. I like the idea of him having that be his name if he has to change it after going to the Feds about the NY crew. No matter how it ends its going to be great, cant wait for Sunday. As they say, it all comes down to this.

[Fatter than Joey]

OK -- For fun -- Let's see who can come closest to predicting the finale. These are yes/no answers. I am making the questions based off of everyone's posts/ideas here.

 

1.) Does Tony die?

2.) Does Phil die?

3.) Does Tony take down Phil with help from the FBI?

4.) Does someone from Tony's crew betray him?

5.) Does someone from Tony's family (wife+kids) die?

6.) Does Tony get relocated via FBI?

7.) Does Tony remain a boss in NJ?

8.) Does someone from Tony's family betray him (wife, sister, kids)?

9.) Does Tony end up arrested?

10.) Does Paulie die?

 

My answers.

 

1.) No

2.) Yes

3.) No

4.) No

5.) No

6.) No

7.) Yes

8.) No

9.) No

10.) No

[bigopey76]

1.) No

2.) Yes

3.) No

4.) Yes

5.) No

6.) No

7.) No

8.) No

9.) Yes

10.) Yes

[Roscoe Chill]

1.) Does Tony die? NO

2.) Does Phil die? YES

3.) Does Tony take down Phil with help from the FBI? YES

4.) Does someone from Tony's crew betray him? YES

5.) Does someone from Tony's family (wife+kids) die? NO

6.) Does Tony get relocated via FBI? YES

7.) Does Tony remain a boss in NJ? NO

8.) Does someone from Tony's family betray him (wife, sister, kids)? YES

9.) Does Tony end up arrested? NO

10.) Does Paulie die? YES

[IslandsAC]

1.) Does Tony die? YES

2.) Does Phil die? YES

3.) Does Tony take down Phil with help from the FBI? NO

4.) Does someone from Tony's crew betray him? NO

5.) Does someone from Tony's family (wife+kids) die? NO

6.) Does Tony get relocated via FBI? NO

7.) Does Tony remain a boss in NJ? NO

8.) Does someone from Tony's family betray him (wife, sister, kids)? NO

9.) Does Tony end up arrested? NO

10.) Does Paulie die? YES

 

Just a lot of death...

[BoneDaddyKool]

1. Does Tony Die? No.

2. Does Phil Die? Yes.

3. Does Tony take down Phil with help from the FBI? No.

4. Does someone from Tony's crew betray him? No.

5. Does someone from Tony's family die? No.

6. Does Tony get relocated via FBI? No.

7. Does Tony remain a boss in NJ? Yes.

8. Does someone from Tony's family betray him? No.

9. Does Tony end up arrested? No.

10. Does Paulie Die? Yes.

 

Tony's gotta try to start over from scratch I say. Maybe this leaves a window open for a Movie? I really have no idea...

 

I just hope we as fans of the show don't have more questions after the final episode than answers.

[Gobias Industries]

1.) Does Tony die? No

2.) Does Phil die? Yes

3.) Does Tony take down Phil with help from the FBI? Yes

4.) Does someone from Tony's crew betray him? No

5.) Does someone from Tony's family (wife+kids) die? Yes, AJ

6.) Does Tony get relocated via FBI? No

7.) Does Tony remain a boss in NJ? Yes

8.) Does someone from Tony's family betray him (wife, sister, kids)? No

9.) Does Tony end up arrested? No

10.) Does Paulie die? No.

 

With the title of "Made in America", I think it would be too obvious for a guy like David Chase to have AJ made in the finale. The episode titles usually have very little to do with the episodes themselves i.e. The Blue Comet (Bobby's toy train) and Kennedy and Heidi (The two underage girls Chris almost hit on the highway right before he spun out of control). But I still think AJ is forced to help out in the NY/NJ war because of Jersey's crew almost being completely wiped out after last weeks episode. He has had a huge role this season and I expect that to continue in the final episode. But what do i know, I'm always wrong with this show.

[Fatter than Joey]

BTW -- This refers to the show on Sunday only. If there is a montage at the end, that doesnt count.

[iluvlamp]

1.) Does Tony die? NO

2.) Does Phil die? YES

3.) Does Tony take down Phil with help from the FBI? YES

4.) Does someone from Tony's crew betray him? NO

5.) Does someone from Tony's family (wife+kids) die? NO

6.) Does Tony get relocated via FBI? NO

7.) Does Tony remain a boss in NJ? YES

8.) Does someone from Tony's family betray him.. NO

9.) Does Tony end up arrested? NO

10.) Does Paulie die?YES