re: Just started the Sopranos

The Dr Melfi stuff is tedious basically throughout the entire series, but once it gets rolling, it's the greatest show ever. Some of the episodes can be bizarre and ambiguous but you can power through those.

What you need to understand is that it's really a black comedy, not necessarily a drama. The first season has so many subtle little lines that are hilarious if you have a dark sense of humor. "Pine Barron's" is the funniest episode I've ever seen. There are also many many A+ episodes such as "Long Term Parking" and "Join the Club" just off the top of my head. Please don't give up on this show, it layed the foundation for everything that's on tv now.