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The Sopranos is about a mob boss, Tony Soprano, trying to find a balance between family life and running a criminal organization. The struggles and triumphs of Tony, portrayed brilliantly by James Gandolfini, are poignantly real and raw. The show does a great job of making you empathize with him, then uncomfortably reminding you of his ruthless nature.
The standout aspect of The Sopranos is its complete disregard for painting mob life as glamorous. It shows you the anxiety, paranoia, depression, guilt, and consequences that come with the territory. However, some story arcs were a bit stretched, like Vito's stint in New Hampshire. It felt out of place and lacked the gripping tension we got used to.
This is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys character-driven narratives with masterful storytelling. The psychological struggle of every character is so absorbing, you forget that they're all hardened criminals. It's loaded with memorable performances, dark humor, and an ending that's still widely debated today.
