Tag: HBO

The Sopranos Review

By: Braelen Lewis

The Sopranos is a HBO original series which aired on January 10, 1999 and is a show centered around Tony Soprano who is the new head of an Italian mob gang. Now although this might sound just like any other classic mob show it is very different because instead of just an action packed mob series it goes deeper into mental illness awareness. This is done by giving the main character severe depression and erratic panic attacks while also giving the fans the action and plot they want. Personally, one episode that stuck with me and had a great impact was “TheTest Dream” where Tony has a severe battle with his mental illness and mixes reality with a surreal dream. Another thing I love about this show is how they were not scared t depict the realism of how cruel life can be like how it shows in the earlier seasons how Tony interacts with his son and then later on in the later seasons it reveals the consequences of his words when his son attempts to end his life. The show even depicts how in the early 2000s it was thought an act of weakness to speak out about personal struggles to even just a friend much less of a therapist which Tony has and it shows the struggles he has with trying to maintain his secret from the world. This is crazy to me because in today’s day and age it is much much different from these beliefs with thousands of people who see therapists openly not having to hide it all. To me the Sopranos is one of the perfect shows because the plot is extremely well written and the characters are very likeable while also implementing these indiscreet messages of real world problems with the world ultimately facilitating the watches with these problems. In all the Sopranos is one of if not the greatest original made by HBO close behind the Game of Thrones but certainly it was for its time one of the greatest pieces of television in the world for its openness to extremely controversial topics ultimately spreading awareness to these problems.

The Sopranos (TV Series 1999–2007) - IMDb

GOT- one of the best shows of all time

By: Braelen Lewis

Game of thrones is in my eyes one of the best television shows of all time due to the cinematic qualities and the great plot and characters. Back when the show came out it had everyone all around the world on the edge of their seats every single week because they couldn’t wait for the new episodes. Although the last two seasons sucked it is still solidified as one of the best shows of all time. Personally, one moment about the show that is rooted deep in my mind is when I watched one of the best episodes of the show with my good friend Wyatt Meyers at his house, and it was a great time. Also my favorite character of the show is Jon Snow because of his immense aura and he is just a likable character mainly because he is an attractive burly man. Personally, I believe that if the developers didn’t rush on the last two seasons it could have gone down as the best show in all of history but it won’t because of the last seasons. Also i wish the creator of the books would actually finish them but on another note Game of Thrones will continue to cement itself in the world for the years to come because although it is over there are many other spin offs already in development and the spin off, House of the Dragons is already on its second season and is actually very good. I am very glad that House of the Dragons is continuing on the legacy of Game of Thrones and I think that the legacy deserves to go on because of the impact that GOT had on everyone who has seen it. Certainly the show revolutionized the fantasy side of television shows and movies for the better.

Why Game of Thrones is an exceptional series

By: Wyatt Meyers

For lots of strong reasons, many people think Game of Thrones to be one of the greatest shows ever created. Above all, from the first episode through the show, viewers are kept interested by the complex storytelling. The show, which is based on the book series by George R.R. Martin, connects many stories, each with complex characters. Because of its range, the story is exciting and unforgiving keeping people on the edge of their seats the entire time.

The character growth in Game of Thrones is another thing that makes it different. Game of Thrones crosses limits between the good and the bad, in contrast to many TV shows. Throughout the series, characters such as Daenerys Targaryen and Jaime Lannister reveal their reasons and issues. Because of their complex issues, even the most evil characters can be felt for by the audience, creating a more complex show. 

Also, there’s no comparison to the production price of Game of Thrones. An exciting and real world is created by the amazing special effects, beautiful landscapes, and great filming. The historical truth and careful attention to costumes improve the experience by giving viewers the impression that they are actually in the Seven Kingdoms.

It deals with important issues like values, betrayal, and power, which challenges viewers to consider the decisions that the characters make. Because of its length, fans are prompted to have conversations about it, which turns it into something beyond the screen.

To clear up, Game of Thrones is an experience rather than just a show on TV. The series’ great production, strong character development, smart storytelling, and interesting subjects all work together to leave a mark on viewers long after the last credits have played. It deserves the title of greatest show of all time because of all of this.