The Sopranos’ Funniest Episode Is Also Its Most Tragic

At its heart, the “Pine Barrens” episode is about the problems caused by miscommunication. The episode’s many absurd situations stem from characters failing to clearly connect with one another, which perfectly explains how Chris and Paulie get lost in the New Jersey wilderness. The episode also highlights how damaging miscommunication can be by drawing parallels to other key relationships explored throughout Season 3, ultimately showing the tragic consequences that can result.
