DeepSummary
The episode opens with the hosts Michael and Steve welcoming Steven Van Zandt, who played Silvio Dante, to discuss his experience filming the final season of The Sopranos. They delve into Silvio's fate and the decision to have him end up in a coma rather than getting killed off. Steven shares insights into shooting some of the intense action scenes and pays tribute to the show's creator, David Chase.
Later, the podcast's producer Andy is unexpectedly brought on for a humorous and lighthearted interview, where the hosts playfully poke fun at him and discuss his involvement in the show's production. The mood shifts as Michael and Steve begin their in-depth analysis of the penultimate episode, "The Blue Comet." They dissect the episode's pivotal events, including the botched hit on Phil Leotardo that leads to the deaths of Bobby Baccalieri and Silvio's shooting.
The hosts provide behind-the-scenes details on filming the dramatic final scenes, such as Bobby's shooting at the train store and Tony's family going into hiding. They also explore the episode's ominous undertones and symbolic references, connecting them to the impending series finale.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The decision to leave Silvio Dante in a coma at the end of The Sopranos was intentional, possibly leaving the door open for a potential sequel or movie continuation.
- The strong camaraderie and shared working-class backgrounds among the cast members contributed to the show's success and the sense of being a tight-knit 'band' assembled by the uncompromising vision of creator David Chase.
- The episode 'The Blue Comet' and the series as a whole explore the central question of whether Tony Soprano's therapy has enabled him to rationalize his criminal behavior or genuinely helped him.
- Dr. Melfi confronts Tony about his lack of commitment to therapy and his disregard for moral obligations, signaling a potential break in their therapeutic relationship.
- The episode builds tension and a sense of impending doom leading into the series finale, with pivotal events such as the botched hit on Phil Leotardo and the deaths of Bobby Baccalieri and (potentially) Silvio.
- Behind-the-scenes insights are provided into filming intense action sequences like Bobby's shooting at the train store and the symbolic significance of certain shots and references.
- The hosts maintain a humorous and lighthearted tone even when discussing the show's darker themes, reflecting the balance of comedy and drama that characterized The Sopranos.
- The open-ended nature of the series finale leaves the audience to draw their own conclusions about the ultimate fates of the characters.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “He is alive and waiting for the sequel.“ by Steven Van Zandt
- “Criminal uses insight to justify heinous acts. And right here that that line for criminals, therapy becomes one more criminal operation. Those two lines, criminal uses insight to justify heinous acts in some. In some respect. You know, remember this series back in the pilot open with Tony and therapy. And here we are almost at the end of the line of this series and we're coming to this conclusion. Criminal uses his insight to justify heinous acts. So what are we left with? We're left with Tony Soprano committing heinous acts using the therapy as a justification.“ by Michael Imperioli
- “You don't give a shit about your commitments. You just do whatever the fuck you want to do.“ by Dr. Melfi
- “The director yelled, cut, and the actors went home.“ by Steven Van Zandt
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Talking Sopranos
talkingsopranos@gmail.com (podjams)
12/6/21
Michael and Steve welcome Steven Van Zandt (Silvio Dante) back to the Talking Sopranos podcast. Steven shares his feelings about the final season and his thoughts about Tony’s ultimate fate. He also reveals the reason why Silvio ended up in a coma at the end of the series instead of getting whacked.
Then by popular demand Michael and Steve welcome the Talking Sopranos producer Andy to the podcast. This is one interview that’s definitely going off the rails.
After that Michael and Steve break down the second to last episode of the series. This is Steve’s last show and he has lots of inside info about that his final scene. Don’t miss Talking Sopranos #89 “The Blue Comet” S7 – E8. Go to Talkingsopranos.com for more info about the podcast and to buy official Talking Sopranos merchandise.
Make sure to pick up Michael and Steve’s New York Times Best Seller WOKE UP THIS MORNING: The Definitive Oral History of the Sopranos. Click the link below or get your book wherever books are sold.
Check out Michael and Steve’s live show Comedy and Conversations with the Sopranos. Saturday February 12th at the St. George Theatre, Staten Island, N.Y. Check the link below for dates in your area.
https://www.talkingsopranos.com/comedy-and-conversations-with-the-sopranos
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