Game of thrones, highly acclaimed fantasy drama created for HBO. It is an adaptation of George R. R. Martin's "A song of ice and fire", created by David Benioff and D.B.Weiss.
I read rave reviews and keen to give a try though a little skeptical. Hubby was all game as usual. We have Samsung smart TV and hard disc can be connected to it. In the comfort of home, cuddled on the couch with surrounding sound our journey begins. And Oh boy! What a joyous ride it is.
The series set in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos. The narrative is categorized into three. One, noble houses battling for the iron throne of the seven kingdom. Second, rising threat beyond the wall and its mythical creatures (white walkers). Third, exiled princess'(rightful heir!)pursuit in reclaiming the realm and iron throne.
Why do I think it is one of the greatest shows of current time? The story is intriguing and incredible. I haven't read books, but now definitely want to. It has numerous characters and each develops in its own phase, so do our emotional bondage with them. It is unpredictable. Everybody is vulnerable, easily disposable, and very much natural. I had many sleepless nights wondering who is going to die in the next episode or season, good and bad alike. They are conceivable and in sync with current world. Is it possible to completely loath someone and love at the same time? It is in this fictional world. Opinions of individual characters and houses change throughout the series. Once your most despised character, turns out to be most cherished when you see the world through their eyes. You can't apply first impression is the best theory here. It is not always good win over evil, though it is too early for me to say this(We are in fifth season now). No one-dimensional character here. Everybody has their own demons to fight for.
It portrays the the emotion of love, compassion, betrayal, revenge, treachery, family, honor. It has the scandalous incest, homosexuality, bisexuality, polyamory, sex, and ample of nudity. The beautiful chateau, dungeons, picturesque countryside, menacing dragons, medieval landscape, and costumes will transport you into a different era. It is truly a visual treat. Many people complain about the gory and violence, but in my humble opinion the story demands it. And it is clearly not for the fainthearted.
I wish I could narrate the story here. Then it hit me hard the writer hasn't completed the novel yet. I hope to key down my favourite characters here in the coming days.
Daenerys Targaryen, Tyrwin Lannister, Arya Stark, Cerci Lanister, John Snow, Eddard Stark, Ser Jorah Mormont, Little finger, master of whisperers and many more. I am clueless what is going to happen in the coming days. Hubby and I fervently debate over the characters like they are our extended family. My stake is on Daenerys Stormborn to win the "Iron Throne." I fear for my favourite characters because I know George Martin is a ruthless old man who doesn't believe in happy endings. Fans know what I am talking here.
If you haven't watched it yet, no issues. But make time to watch it because GOT is the best thing that ever happened to television. I highly recommend it for its general awesomeness.
Some of the dialogues:
"Winter is coming"
"A Lannisters always pay their debts"
"I learnt how to die a long time ago"
"Kings are dying like flies"
PS: One of the worst fears in my life is to die without knowing what is going to happen to GOT. Can your blame hubby for thinking I am insane?
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