In the hands of a lesser writer, the Soprano family would have been executed at that diner. However, many of us wanted the family we have come to know and love, despite their many failings, to go on. We were allowed that fantasy with the black-out. The penultimate episode provided the most blood letting which was appropriate. Phil Leotardo's demise was particularly satisfying for fans. I, for one, was elated in seeing him get it rather than Tony.
Well done!





