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Checking to see if my students are cheating - "what are the visual symbols used in the sopranos pilot"

The Sopranos pilot, directed by David Chase, uses a variety of visual symbols to establish the world of the show and underscore its themes. These symbols often carry deeper meanings, connecting to the psychological states of the characters, the nature of their world, and the central conflict of the series. 

Here are some of the key visual symbols used in the pilot: 

1. The Squirrel Symbolism: The squirrel that appears early in the pilot, when Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini) is sitting outside, is an important visual motif. The squirrel is symbolic of Tony’s life in a state of confusion or tension. Its frantic, erratic behavior mirrors Tony's own inner turmoil and the unpredictable nature of his life in organized crime. The squirrel's ultimate death — being killed by Tony’s shot in the head — reflects the sense of violence that permeates Tony's world. 

Theme: This moment foreshadows the randomness of violence in the criminal underworld and the fragility of life in Tony’s world. It also suggests Tony’s emotional instability, as he is unable to stop the violence or chaos around him.

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