The ending of ‘The Sopranos’ remains one of the most debated finales in television history. The abrupt cut to black left fans speculating about the fate of Tony Soprano. Moreover, series star Lorraine Bracco has now revealed her own theory about what happened.
Additionally, in an interview with ‘The Spotlight with Jessica Shaw’, Bracco shared her belief about what she thinks happened in the finale. She believes that Tony survived the finale and reconnected with her character.
Lorraine Bracco Was Not Happy With ‘The Sopranos’ Ambiguous Ending
Bracco made it clear that she wasn’t happy with the ending. She claimed that she was heartbroken with the way things ended with Tony and Melgi. Additionally, She believes that Tony survived the ambiguous finale and imagines a future where he and Melfi reconnect and resume their sessions.
“Honestly, I think they bumped into each other in restaurants and stuff like that,” Bracco said. “I don’t know. I think part of me wants to believe that she took a moment away from him, and they got back together, back in therapy, I could believe that.” Additionally, Bracco admitted that she never asked series creator David Chase about Melfi’s fate after her final appearance.
However, she expressed her disappointment with the way the series ended, particularly the unresolved relationship between Tony and Melfi. “I was also not very happy the way David ended it,” she stated. “I thought it was bad and wrong, I was annoyed,” she added. According to Bracco, no one would walk away that easily after five years of being in each other’s lives.
The Complex Relationship Between Tony And Dr. Jennifer Melfi
Tony and Melfi had a complex and often tumultuous relationship throughout ‘The Sopranos’. Melfi was aware of Tony’s criminal activities but continued to see him as her patient. She hoped to help him address his deep-seated issues.
Tony was infatuated with Melfi and had romantic feelings towards her. However, Melfi had set boundaries between them which often enraged Tony and led to heated arguments. Moreover, the pressure of treating a known mobster eventually led to her being ostracized by her peers.
They forced her to drop Tony as a patient. Their final scene together was emotionally charged, with Melfi literally closing the door on Tony. This might have symbolized the end of their therapeutic relationship. However, the way the show ended nothing was certain.
How Did ‘The Sopranos’ End?
‘The Sopranos’ ended with a famously ambiguous cut to black. The final scene shows Tony Soprano sitting in a diner, waiting for his family to join him. However, as he looked around, the screen fades to black. Moreover, the ending, due to its nature, has been the subject of much debate and speculation among fans.
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Some believe that Tony was killed in the final scene, while others believe that he survived. The ambiguity of the ending has contributed to its enduring popularity and has sparked countless theories and discussions. Additionally, Bracco’s theory offers a hopeful interpretation of the finale.
However, regardless of one’s personal interpretation, the ending of ‘The Sopranos’ remains a powerful and thought-provoking piece of television. Moreover, it has cemented the show’s legacy as one of the greatest series of all time.
