Summary
The episode looks at an essay titled "The Sopranos, Visited" by Emil Ahangarzadeh, which examines the complex and contradictory portrayal of the Mafia in the television series The Sopranos. Ahangarzadeh discusses how the show, despite its depiction of violence and moral decay, offers a fascinating look at the internal struggles of its characters, specifically Tony Soprano. He also explores the role of family, Catholicism, and the shifting cultural perceptions of organized crime that the series reflects. Ahangarzadeh concludes by questioning why viewers remain fascinated by the show's morally ambiguous characters, even as they recognize the flaws in their actions.
https://dottore.substack.com/p/the-sopranos-visited?r=71rzs&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
A Collision of Fascination and Revulsion