Before crafting the likes of Thanos and Killmonger, who are often considered some of the top Cbm villains, the MCU often struggled to get their villains right, which was apparent in their initial phases. However, the biggest exception during the cinematic giant’s early years was Red Skull, played by Hugo Weaving, who did an impeccable job playing the Hydra head.
Unfortunately, despite having a blast playing the character, Weaving didn’t return to reprise the role in Avengers: Infinity War and was replaced by The Walking Dead star Ross Marquand. Although The Matrix star has cited paycheck disputes as the reason for not returning in Infinity War and Endgame, economics doesn’t seem to be the lone reason behind his absence.
Hugo Weaving Wanted to Escape From Playing Villains
Hugo Weaving | The Matrix (via Warner Bros.)
From playing Agent Smith in The Matrix to voicing Megatron in the Transformers,...
Unfortunately, despite having a blast playing the character, Weaving didn’t return to reprise the role in Avengers: Infinity War and was replaced by The Walking Dead star Ross Marquand. Although The Matrix star has cited paycheck disputes as the reason for not returning in Infinity War and Endgame, economics doesn’t seem to be the lone reason behind his absence.
Hugo Weaving Wanted to Escape From Playing Villains
Hugo Weaving | The Matrix (via Warner Bros.)
From playing Agent Smith in The Matrix to voicing Megatron in the Transformers,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Actor Eddie Redmayne blew everyone away with his performance in The Theory of Everything, which also netted him his first Academy Award. Redmayne is also known for his role in the Fantastic Beasts franchise. However, the acclaimed actor has revealed that he once auditioned for a role in the globally popular Star Wars franchise.
Fantastic Beasts star Eddie Redmayne reveals auditioning for Star Wars role
Redmayne recounted auditioning for one of the most cool characters to be introduced in the galaxy far, far away in recent times. However, Redmayne admitted to miserably failing in his audition and losing the part. Here is what Redmayne had to say about his childhood dream of appearing in a Star Wars movie and the role he auditioned for in the space opera franchise.
Oscar Winner Eddie Redmayne Talks Failed Audition For Kylo Ren Role in Star Wars Eddie Redmayne auditioned for Adam Driver’s...
Fantastic Beasts star Eddie Redmayne reveals auditioning for Star Wars role
Redmayne recounted auditioning for one of the most cool characters to be introduced in the galaxy far, far away in recent times. However, Redmayne admitted to miserably failing in his audition and losing the part. Here is what Redmayne had to say about his childhood dream of appearing in a Star Wars movie and the role he auditioned for in the space opera franchise.
Oscar Winner Eddie Redmayne Talks Failed Audition For Kylo Ren Role in Star Wars Eddie Redmayne auditioned for Adam Driver’s...
- 5/13/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
George R.R. Martin is yet to finish his fantasy novel series A Song of Ice and Fire, despite its TV show adaptation Game of Thrones ending with a whimper in 2019. The HBO show’s final season received a divisive response with many fans and critics unimpressed with the direction it took. Some actors in the show have also publicly disowned the ending.
Martin’s novels were yet to be complete when seasons 7 and 8 of the show went in an independent direction. The author is still working on the sixth novel of the series titled The Winds of Winter, which will be the penultimate book. However, the writer mentioned that the ending of the books will differ from the controversial finale of the HBO show.
George R.R. Martin Distanced Himself From The Ending of Game of Thrones Sophie Turner in a still from Game of Thrones
George R.R. Martin...
Martin’s novels were yet to be complete when seasons 7 and 8 of the show went in an independent direction. The author is still working on the sixth novel of the series titled The Winds of Winter, which will be the penultimate book. However, the writer mentioned that the ending of the books will differ from the controversial finale of the HBO show.
George R.R. Martin Distanced Himself From The Ending of Game of Thrones Sophie Turner in a still from Game of Thrones
George R.R. Martin...
- 5/13/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
The Game of Thrones finale left fans shocked as well as divided, particularly when it came to Daenerys Targaryen’s (Emilia Clarke) descent into madness and destruction. While many were left questioning the character development and unexpected shift in behavior, the showrunners and the director have provided some insight into the reasoning behind Daenerys’ actions.
A Song of Ice and Fire novels by George R.R. Martin have long been beloved by a cult following. As a result, the HBO adaptation of the series achieved enormous mainstream success. With a remarkable cast, Game of Thrones was groundbreaking visually and deeply political. But season 8 disappointed a lot of fans when it came to the abbreviated but much-anticipated conclusion.
A still from Game of Thrones season 8 (via HBO)
The episode where Daenerys decides to burn down Kings’ Landing offended a lot of viewers. While some were incensed and accused the showrunners of misogyny and inadequate character development,...
A Song of Ice and Fire novels by George R.R. Martin have long been beloved by a cult following. As a result, the HBO adaptation of the series achieved enormous mainstream success. With a remarkable cast, Game of Thrones was groundbreaking visually and deeply political. But season 8 disappointed a lot of fans when it came to the abbreviated but much-anticipated conclusion.
A still from Game of Thrones season 8 (via HBO)
The episode where Daenerys decides to burn down Kings’ Landing offended a lot of viewers. While some were incensed and accused the showrunners of misogyny and inadequate character development,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Throughout its eight seasons, Game of Thrones left no stone unturned to traumatize its fans by killing off characters whenever they got the chance. Both books and the television series have had fans bawling over the loss of their favorite characters, including Pedro Pascal’s Oberyn Martell.
Pedro Pascal as Oberyn Martell in Game of Thrones season 4
Pedro Pascal is one of those few actors who shine bright in whatever role they take. However, it was his time on Game of Thrones that truly showed his potential to the world and gave him a boost in his career. It didn’t take long for Oberyn Martell to become a fan-favorite character. This is why, when the show brutally killed him off, fans were devastated. Creator David Benioff once talked about why they decided to incorporate Oberyn’s death into the series.
David Benioff Talks about Killing Off Pedro Pascal’s...
Pedro Pascal as Oberyn Martell in Game of Thrones season 4
Pedro Pascal is one of those few actors who shine bright in whatever role they take. However, it was his time on Game of Thrones that truly showed his potential to the world and gave him a boost in his career. It didn’t take long for Oberyn Martell to become a fan-favorite character. This is why, when the show brutally killed him off, fans were devastated. Creator David Benioff once talked about why they decided to incorporate Oberyn’s death into the series.
David Benioff Talks about Killing Off Pedro Pascal’s...
- 5/13/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Five years ago, Game of Thrones‘ penultimate episode dropped and garnered immense controversy following Daenerys Targaryen’s villain turn, which fans felt was half-baked and rushed. While the entire final season encompassed such issues, The Bells was deemed by many the worst of them all, which saw Emilia Clarke’s Daenerys Targaryen wreak havoc in King’s Landing.
Even after half a decade since its release, the sentiment around The Bells hasn’t changed much, and the wound it inflicted on fans still remains fresh.
Fans Are Still Not Over Daenerys Targaryen’s Character Assassination A Still from Game of Thrones (via HBO)
Daenerys Targaryen’s transformation from the Mother of all Dragons to a mad queen in The Bells was seen as out-of-character and jarring, which ultimately ruined her character for many fans. The episode sees her and Drogon burning King’s Landing to the ground, thus killing thousands of innocents in the process.
Even after half a decade since its release, the sentiment around The Bells hasn’t changed much, and the wound it inflicted on fans still remains fresh.
Fans Are Still Not Over Daenerys Targaryen’s Character Assassination A Still from Game of Thrones (via HBO)
Daenerys Targaryen’s transformation from the Mother of all Dragons to a mad queen in The Bells was seen as out-of-character and jarring, which ultimately ruined her character for many fans. The episode sees her and Drogon burning King’s Landing to the ground, thus killing thousands of innocents in the process.
- 5/13/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
The 2011 hit HBO show Game of Thrones, from the creators David Benioff and D. B. Weiss, is a dense series with a rich history, adapted from George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire. Therefore, the series has acquired a massive fanbase who often comes up with iconic theories supporting debates regarding the characters.
HBO’s hit TV series Game of Thrones (2011)
This time, we’re here with a fan theory suggesting an intriguing possibility of Sandor Clegane , ka The Hound, being still alive despite his apparent demise in Season 8. The theory has been fueled by various hints and clues throughout the series, leading fans to believe that The Hound might not be dead yet.
Fans Theories Suggest Sandor Clegane is Still Alive
While HBO’s Game of Thrones has entertained audiences throughout the world, with its highly appreciated eight seasons, the show has also traumatized fans with...
HBO’s hit TV series Game of Thrones (2011)
This time, we’re here with a fan theory suggesting an intriguing possibility of Sandor Clegane , ka The Hound, being still alive despite his apparent demise in Season 8. The theory has been fueled by various hints and clues throughout the series, leading fans to believe that The Hound might not be dead yet.
Fans Theories Suggest Sandor Clegane is Still Alive
While HBO’s Game of Thrones has entertained audiences throughout the world, with its highly appreciated eight seasons, the show has also traumatized fans with...
- 5/13/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
On June 16, the second season of House of the Dragon, a Game of Thrones prequel in which the powerful Targaryen dynasty unleashes a bloody war for the Iron Throne of Westeros, will begin streaming on Max. In anticipation of the release of the second season, we are sharing available information about the upcoming episodes.
Warning: the text contains spoilers for House of the Dragon season 1.
House of the Dragon Season 2 Will Be More Like Game of Thrones
The events of the second season take place during the Dance of Dragons, a long-running war between representatives of the Targaryen clan for possession of the Iron Throne. The main forces will be concentrated between the "black" forces of Rhaenyra and Daemon and the "green" army loyal to Aegon. Both sides will continue to kill each other's children, dragons, and distant relatives.
The sequel will have eight episodes, not ten like the first.
Warning: the text contains spoilers for House of the Dragon season 1.
House of the Dragon Season 2 Will Be More Like Game of Thrones
The events of the second season take place during the Dance of Dragons, a long-running war between representatives of the Targaryen clan for possession of the Iron Throne. The main forces will be concentrated between the "black" forces of Rhaenyra and Daemon and the "green" army loyal to Aegon. Both sides will continue to kill each other's children, dragons, and distant relatives.
The sequel will have eight episodes, not ten like the first.
- 5/12/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones is known for many things. Be it the book or the television series, the story is full of excellently written characters and a world the viewer could get lost in. Despite all of its assets, the series is not for all audiences. Having a reputation for mature themes, it has a lot of nudity and violence; something it has been criticized for time and time again.
Ser Barristan Selmy’s death in HBO’s Game of Thrones
Martin has spoken on this more than a few times, voicing his disregard for such reproval and even defending it. Interestingly enough, he seems to have a theory as to why the violence in his series impacts audiences more, and the example ties in with George Lucas’s Star Wars franchise.
Game of Thrones—Gratuitous Violence?
George R.R. Martin gave an interview with Vanity Fair...
Ser Barristan Selmy’s death in HBO’s Game of Thrones
Martin has spoken on this more than a few times, voicing his disregard for such reproval and even defending it. Interestingly enough, he seems to have a theory as to why the violence in his series impacts audiences more, and the example ties in with George Lucas’s Star Wars franchise.
Game of Thrones—Gratuitous Violence?
George R.R. Martin gave an interview with Vanity Fair...
- 5/12/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The entire cast of Game of Thrones played their respective roles in such earnestness that many fans would see no one else portraying the parts. This is exactly what happened when author George R.R. Martin envisioned the actor who would play the iconic figure of Tyrion Lannister.
Peter Dinklage in Game of Thrones
Peter Dinklage never auditioned for the role; instead, Martin and his team offered it to him. The actor’s career before Game of Thrones was a hit and miss, but after he debuted in the famed HBO series, he immediately gained worldwide fame.
George R.R. Martin Badly Wanted Peter Dinklage As Tyrion Lannister
During his interview with TIFF via YouTube, writer George R.R. Martin shared the actors who were so perfect for their Game of Thrones roles, and one of them is Peter Dinklage. He revealed that the actor had no audition tapes whatsoever and...
Peter Dinklage in Game of Thrones
Peter Dinklage never auditioned for the role; instead, Martin and his team offered it to him. The actor’s career before Game of Thrones was a hit and miss, but after he debuted in the famed HBO series, he immediately gained worldwide fame.
George R.R. Martin Badly Wanted Peter Dinklage As Tyrion Lannister
During his interview with TIFF via YouTube, writer George R.R. Martin shared the actors who were so perfect for their Game of Thrones roles, and one of them is Peter Dinklage. He revealed that the actor had no audition tapes whatsoever and...
- 5/12/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
The decline of Game of Thrones as a series has been one of the greatest tragedies in Hollywood. The series’ ending has been regarded as one of the most controversial in the history of television. While there were many reasons for such a big claim, Daenerys Targaryen’s decline into insanity and the suddenness of it can be labeled as the root cause.
Tyrion Lannister in Game of Thrones. Credit: HBO
Before the issues began, few shows could do character arcs as well as GoT. One of the best examples is that of Tyrion Lannister. One of the most adored characters in the series, his story is one of the most fascinating ones in the entire show.
While he was caught in many heated moments throughout the eight seasons, the most important progression for his story can be narrowed down to one moment; when he was put on trial for...
Tyrion Lannister in Game of Thrones. Credit: HBO
Before the issues began, few shows could do character arcs as well as GoT. One of the best examples is that of Tyrion Lannister. One of the most adored characters in the series, his story is one of the most fascinating ones in the entire show.
While he was caught in many heated moments throughout the eight seasons, the most important progression for his story can be narrowed down to one moment; when he was put on trial for...
- 5/12/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Game of Thrones was the reigning TV show during the 2010s as people continued to turn up to experience the mythos of Westeros for every season. While the final season divided fans, the show as a whole is still considered one of the best epics to have graced the TV screen. Many actors from the show had their breakthrough from the series.
Liam Cunningham as Davos Seaworth in Game of Thrones
Liam Cunningham was one of the highlight performers from the series as Davos Seaworth. Series creators David Benioff and D. B. Weiss had a great working relationship with the Irish actor. After the series’ end, Cunningham was committed to doing another series, but the showrunners told him to ditch that show so that he could come aboard for their next epic series 3 Body Problem.
Liam Cunningham Dropped Another Show to Do 3 Body Problem
Liam Cunningham joining 3 Body Problem was...
Liam Cunningham as Davos Seaworth in Game of Thrones
Liam Cunningham was one of the highlight performers from the series as Davos Seaworth. Series creators David Benioff and D. B. Weiss had a great working relationship with the Irish actor. After the series’ end, Cunningham was committed to doing another series, but the showrunners told him to ditch that show so that he could come aboard for their next epic series 3 Body Problem.
Liam Cunningham Dropped Another Show to Do 3 Body Problem
Liam Cunningham joining 3 Body Problem was...
- 5/12/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
If you thought the twisted characters in Game of Thrones, which were adapted from George R.R. Martin’s acclaimed novel series, A Song of Ice and Fire, were the epitome of evil, think again.
Martin, the mastermind behind the beloved and brutal fantasy series, once took to his personal blog to give his thoughts on the Emmy-worthy performance of Breaking Bad’s Ozymandias episode. And let’s just say he was just so impressed that, according to him, the episode was the ante in the realm of television monsters.
Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul as Walter White and Jesse Pinkman in Breaking Bad (Credit: AMC)
Martin lauded Breaking Bad and its protagonist, Walter White, as a greater monster than anyone in Westeros. Yes, you read that right. The man who created terrifying characters such as Ramsay Bolton and Joffrey Baratheon acknowledged that there is one supervillain who surpasses them all.
Martin, the mastermind behind the beloved and brutal fantasy series, once took to his personal blog to give his thoughts on the Emmy-worthy performance of Breaking Bad’s Ozymandias episode. And let’s just say he was just so impressed that, according to him, the episode was the ante in the realm of television monsters.
Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul as Walter White and Jesse Pinkman in Breaking Bad (Credit: AMC)
Martin lauded Breaking Bad and its protagonist, Walter White, as a greater monster than anyone in Westeros. Yes, you read that right. The man who created terrifying characters such as Ramsay Bolton and Joffrey Baratheon acknowledged that there is one supervillain who surpasses them all.
- 5/11/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
An epic fantasy show Game of Thrones that was keeping its fans close to the screen throughout its whole television run owes a significant portion of its fame not only to the competing plot based (partially) on George R. R. Martin’s book series, but also to the status of one of the most unhinged series ever made.
Though shockingly explicit scenes may have indeed drawn much more attention back then, the show’s no less epic sequel House of the Dragon is pretty much unlikely to go down the same road — and Game of Thrones’ disgusting moment is what we have to thank in this case.
Coming mostly from Martin’s books, the Game of Thrones’ plot nonetheless rarely shied away from its creators’ own ideas. Over the course of the years that the show was on air, all its main characters had their own ups and downs, but...
Though shockingly explicit scenes may have indeed drawn much more attention back then, the show’s no less epic sequel House of the Dragon is pretty much unlikely to go down the same road — and Game of Thrones’ disgusting moment is what we have to thank in this case.
Coming mostly from Martin’s books, the Game of Thrones’ plot nonetheless rarely shied away from its creators’ own ideas. Over the course of the years that the show was on air, all its main characters had their own ups and downs, but...
- 5/11/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
George R. R. Martin is one of the most influential and famous writers of our times. Having created the brilliant mythos of Game of Thrones, the writer is also a screenwriter and producer. Known for his intricate plotlines, complex characters, unusual themes, and detailed world-building, Martin’s influence on popular culture extends beyond the literary world he has created.
A still from Game of Thrones
A fan of J. R. R Tolkien and having sought inspiration from him, the Game of Thrones creator himself is an influence and inspiration to several young writers. Yet, his fame and acclaim have not kept Martin safe from fans’ demands and questions, to which The Sandman creator had more than a befitting reply to give.
When Neil Gaiman Defended George R. R. Martin Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself | Instagram)
Among the plethora of artists today, George R. R. Martin and Neil Gaiman exert a considerable influence over others,...
A still from Game of Thrones
A fan of J. R. R Tolkien and having sought inspiration from him, the Game of Thrones creator himself is an influence and inspiration to several young writers. Yet, his fame and acclaim have not kept Martin safe from fans’ demands and questions, to which The Sandman creator had more than a befitting reply to give.
When Neil Gaiman Defended George R. R. Martin Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself | Instagram)
Among the plethora of artists today, George R. R. Martin and Neil Gaiman exert a considerable influence over others,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
A little bit of sex is always appreciated in movies and TV shows and a lot of it also doesn’t go unnoticed I am looking at you Fifty Shades of Grey and its half-a-billion-dollar box office earnings. If you also love steamy movies and shows then this article is for you as we are here to list the most erotic films and TV shows you can find on Max (formerly known as HBO Max), where you will find most of the HBO shows and Warner Bros. movies. So, here are the most steamiest movies and TV shows you should watch on Max.
Euphoria (TV Series) Credit – HBO
Euphoria is a teen drama series created by Sam Levinson. Based on an Israeli miniseries of the same name by Ron Leshem and Daphna Levin, the HBO series follows the story of a troubled 17-year-old drug-addicted girl Rue, and her group of...
Euphoria (TV Series) Credit – HBO
Euphoria is a teen drama series created by Sam Levinson. Based on an Israeli miniseries of the same name by Ron Leshem and Daphna Levin, the HBO series follows the story of a troubled 17-year-old drug-addicted girl Rue, and her group of...
- 5/10/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
House of the Dragon’s grand battle between the Blacks and the Greens is a month away from finally arriving on the screens and the whole tension may grow dramatically due to an unexpected shift among the teams’ members.
Though Season 1 showed quite a solid image of both sides’ allies, things can take a more serious turn should Game of Thrones’ prequel decide to follow its original source.
So far House of the Dragon didn’t stick too much to George R.R. Martin’s book series and there can be a reason for it. The show’s upcoming sequel will let the fight for the ultimate power finally unfold with both sides getting protection and support from allies.
As the most rightful heir to the throne, Rhaenyra Targaryen is backed by the House of Velaryon with lord Corlys Velaryon in its head, but the latter’s beliefs can be very flexible once his priorities change.
Though Season 1 showed quite a solid image of both sides’ allies, things can take a more serious turn should Game of Thrones’ prequel decide to follow its original source.
So far House of the Dragon didn’t stick too much to George R.R. Martin’s book series and there can be a reason for it. The show’s upcoming sequel will let the fight for the ultimate power finally unfold with both sides getting protection and support from allies.
As the most rightful heir to the throne, Rhaenyra Targaryen is backed by the House of Velaryon with lord Corlys Velaryon in its head, but the latter’s beliefs can be very flexible once his priorities change.
- 5/10/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
HBO is taking you behind the scenes of House of the Dragon Season 2 in a new video. Watch as showrunner Ryan Condal and the cast express their excitement to be back on set and what the fans can expect in the new season.
The eight-episode second season debuts on Sunday, June 16 (9:00-10:00 p.m. Et/Pt) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.
Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war, with the Green and Black Councils fighting for King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra, respectively. As each side believes theirs to be the rightful seat on the Iron Throne, the Green and Black trailers reflect those two perspectives in separate yet complementary halves of the same story.
For global audiences, “All Must Choose” their side of House Targaryen as the realm fractures in season two. Based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood,...
The eight-episode second season debuts on Sunday, June 16 (9:00-10:00 p.m. Et/Pt) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.
Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war, with the Green and Black Councils fighting for King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra, respectively. As each side believes theirs to be the rightful seat on the Iron Throne, the Green and Black trailers reflect those two perspectives in separate yet complementary halves of the same story.
For global audiences, “All Must Choose” their side of House Targaryen as the realm fractures in season two. Based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
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It has been well over a year since the last episode was released, and finally, House of the Dragon will return next month. Ahead of its long-awaited return, we explore what happens next in House of the Dragon season 2.
Even though the series has the word dragon in its name, there wasn’t as much dragon action in the first season as some expected. With season 2 though, more dragons will be introduced, along with more action.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for House of the Dragon season 1 and the Fire & Blood Book, so proceed with caution.
What Happens Next in House of the Dragon Season 2?
House of the Dragon season 1 ended with a major setup for a fight between Rhaenyra Targaryen’s Black faction and Aegon II’s Green faction.
While Rhaenyra wanted to...
It has been well over a year since the last episode was released, and finally, House of the Dragon will return next month. Ahead of its long-awaited return, we explore what happens next in House of the Dragon season 2.
Even though the series has the word dragon in its name, there wasn’t as much dragon action in the first season as some expected. With season 2 though, more dragons will be introduced, along with more action.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for House of the Dragon season 1 and the Fire & Blood Book, so proceed with caution.
What Happens Next in House of the Dragon Season 2?
House of the Dragon season 1 ended with a major setup for a fight between Rhaenyra Targaryen’s Black faction and Aegon II’s Green faction.
While Rhaenyra wanted to...
- 5/10/2024
- EpicStream
The highly acclaimed Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon surrounding the rise and fall of the Targaryen dynasty, has made waves with its great mix of action, drama, and fantasy, which appealed to a wide range of viewers. Further, adding an element of excitement alongside standout performances from Matt Smith and Emma D’Arcy, the spin-off featured legendary stories about great houses from George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood.
A still from House of the Dragon
Standing side by side with House Targaryen, House of the Dragon focused on another family, the Velaryons, helmed by the Sea Snake, Corlys Velaryon, and his wife, Princess Rhaenys Targaryen. Turning them central to this story, House Velaryons is distinctly portrayed as a Black family. Although people assume this was done solely for the sake of inclusivity, this deliberate creative choice is actually more than just for a diverse cast.
House of the Dragon...
A still from House of the Dragon
Standing side by side with House Targaryen, House of the Dragon focused on another family, the Velaryons, helmed by the Sea Snake, Corlys Velaryon, and his wife, Princess Rhaenys Targaryen. Turning them central to this story, House Velaryons is distinctly portrayed as a Black family. Although people assume this was done solely for the sake of inclusivity, this deliberate creative choice is actually more than just for a diverse cast.
House of the Dragon...
- 5/9/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
George R.R. Martin is famous for crafting the epic fantasy saga A Song of Ice and Fire, which extends across several novels. The Targaryens are some of the most fascinating characters from the books, with Emilia Clarke playing the role of Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones, the television adaptation of Martin’s books.
Emilia Clarke played a member of the Targaryen family in Game of Thrones.
During a blog post, Martin addressed some of the criticism aimed at his books, while also revealing a major change he wished to make to the Targaryens. The change would have not only impacted the Targaryen bloodline and their story but also made it impossible for Clarke to play her most famous role. Here is what George R.R. Martin wanted to change about the Targaryens.
George R.R. Martin Contemplated Changing the Targaryens’ Race in Game of Thrones
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Emilia Clarke played a member of the Targaryen family in Game of Thrones.
During a blog post, Martin addressed some of the criticism aimed at his books, while also revealing a major change he wished to make to the Targaryens. The change would have not only impacted the Targaryen bloodline and their story but also made it impossible for Clarke to play her most famous role. Here is what George R.R. Martin wanted to change about the Targaryens.
George R.R. Martin Contemplated Changing the Targaryens’ Race in Game of Thrones
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- 5/9/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Though he’s significantly late with the Game of Thrones’ last book installment, George R.R. Martin has so far given his fantasy world’s fans enough to be dwelling on, and it’s not about a number of books he already published.
With all of their several-pages-long affluent descriptions that sometimes seem a bit extra for just being the plot’s embellishment, Martin’s books have no real competitors when it comes to their impressive volume.
Despite many fans’ complaints about the irrelevance of so many details that the author needs to make a stop at, Martin doesn’t seem to be really bothered by his readers’ critics, though he now has a solid answer to the viral question.
In The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook, a brand new collection of recipes inspired by the famous fantasy franchise and published a couple of days ago, Martin uses the book’s...
With all of their several-pages-long affluent descriptions that sometimes seem a bit extra for just being the plot’s embellishment, Martin’s books have no real competitors when it comes to their impressive volume.
Despite many fans’ complaints about the irrelevance of so many details that the author needs to make a stop at, Martin doesn’t seem to be really bothered by his readers’ critics, though he now has a solid answer to the viral question.
In The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook, a brand new collection of recipes inspired by the famous fantasy franchise and published a couple of days ago, Martin uses the book’s...
- 5/9/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
There exists in abundance, several pieces of fictional works set in fantasy lands and places, consisting of unrealistic characters with unimaginable powers and abilities. Of these, George R. R. Martin’s Game of Thrones and J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings are considered among the best and have now become a staple part of popular culture.
A still from Game of Thrones
Both set up in unbelievable fantasy worlds with some of the most extraordinary characters, and the two lores could not have been more different. While one can find certain similarities between the two, even the authors differ in their approach. And George R. R. Martin particularly has a problem with how J. R. R. Tolkien dealt with one fan-favorite The Lord of The Rings character.
George R. R. Martin Does Not Like How J. R. R. Tolkien Treated Gandalf Ian McKellen as Gandalf the...
A still from Game of Thrones
Both set up in unbelievable fantasy worlds with some of the most extraordinary characters, and the two lores could not have been more different. While one can find certain similarities between the two, even the authors differ in their approach. And George R. R. Martin particularly has a problem with how J. R. R. Tolkien dealt with one fan-favorite The Lord of The Rings character.
George R. R. Martin Does Not Like How J. R. R. Tolkien Treated Gandalf Ian McKellen as Gandalf the...
- 5/9/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Another Game of Thrones Prequel Nears With Lead Director Attached - Main Image
After House of the Dragon, another Game of Thrones spinoff is progressing. Owen Harris of Black Mirror fame has been announced as the lead director of the first season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
Some of Harris’s directorial credits include acclaimed episodes of the anthology series Be Right Back, San Junipero, and Striking Vipers. He also helmed the first episode of Jordan Peele’s revival of The Twilight Zone and made his big screen debut in Kill Your Friends (2015) starring Nicholas Hoult.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is based on George R.R. Martin’s novella The Hedge Knight, about the improbable partnership of Ser Duncan the Tall or Dunk, described as a young, naive, yet courageous knight, and his squire Egg. The story will be set a century before the events of Game of Thrones...
After House of the Dragon, another Game of Thrones spinoff is progressing. Owen Harris of Black Mirror fame has been announced as the lead director of the first season of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
Some of Harris’s directorial credits include acclaimed episodes of the anthology series Be Right Back, San Junipero, and Striking Vipers. He also helmed the first episode of Jordan Peele’s revival of The Twilight Zone and made his big screen debut in Kill Your Friends (2015) starring Nicholas Hoult.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is based on George R.R. Martin’s novella The Hedge Knight, about the improbable partnership of Ser Duncan the Tall or Dunk, described as a young, naive, yet courageous knight, and his squire Egg. The story will be set a century before the events of Game of Thrones...
- 5/8/2024
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It would not be incorrect to say that George R.R. Martin’s criticisms of Game of Thrones gave rise to the ‘dragons’ in House of the Dragon.
When David Benioff & D. B. Weiss’ Game of Thrones first hit our screens, one of the most awe-inspiring elements was undoubtedly the dragons. These mythical creatures may have won the hearts and imaginations of many fans as we watched Daenerys Targaryen raise them from tiny hatchlings to massive, fire-breathing beasts.
However, it appears that Martin, the mastermind behind the A Song of Ice and Fire book series, regrets these things the most.
George R.R. Martin (Image: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)
He had some valid reservations about the dragons’ portrayal in the original show, which he believed improved in the prequel series, House of the Dragon. According to Martin, Game of Thrones’ dragons lacked “personality” and were all too similar to one another.
When David Benioff & D. B. Weiss’ Game of Thrones first hit our screens, one of the most awe-inspiring elements was undoubtedly the dragons. These mythical creatures may have won the hearts and imaginations of many fans as we watched Daenerys Targaryen raise them from tiny hatchlings to massive, fire-breathing beasts.
However, it appears that Martin, the mastermind behind the A Song of Ice and Fire book series, regrets these things the most.
George R.R. Martin (Image: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)
He had some valid reservations about the dragons’ portrayal in the original show, which he believed improved in the prequel series, House of the Dragon. According to Martin, Game of Thrones’ dragons lacked “personality” and were all too similar to one another.
- 5/8/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Game of Thrones which was adapted from a series of fantasy novels by George R.R Martin titled A Song of Ice and Fire, took the world by storm by becoming one of the most popular television shows of all time. The series ended its 8th season with a staggering 10 million viewers tuning in to HBO.
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Among the many memorable characters created by Martin who were brought to life on screen, Euron Greyjoy played by Pilou Asbaek is a chilling and ruthless antagonist who has stayed in the minds of fans across the world. The actor though, had a bone to pick regarding the fate of his character in the finale, and requested Martin to rewrite the ending.
This Game Of Thrones Star Wanted George R.R. Martin To Change His Character’s Predicament
King Euron III Greyjoy also known as Crow’s Eye,...
A still from Game Of Thrones ( image credit: HBO)
Among the many memorable characters created by Martin who were brought to life on screen, Euron Greyjoy played by Pilou Asbaek is a chilling and ruthless antagonist who has stayed in the minds of fans across the world. The actor though, had a bone to pick regarding the fate of his character in the finale, and requested Martin to rewrite the ending.
This Game Of Thrones Star Wanted George R.R. Martin To Change His Character’s Predicament
King Euron III Greyjoy also known as Crow’s Eye,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
David Benioff and D. B. Weiss’ Game of Thrones transcends boundaries as a beloved historical fantasy series. However, while captivating fans with a story based on uncertainty of life, ruthless wars, and politics, the HBO show unfortunately ended up failing to justify a few deaths that weren’t even a part of the original storyline crafted by George R.R. Martin.
HBO’s beloved series Game of Thrones
One such death occurred when Daenerys Targaryen’s loyal bodyguard Ser Barristan Selmy was killed off midway through season 5. The character’s tragic death occurred during an ambush by the Sons of the Harpy, which left fans of George R.R. Martin’s novels scratching their heads since it was a major diversion from the source material.
Ser Barristan Selmy’s Tragic Death in Game of Thrones
Apart from offering surprising twists in every season that kept audiences hooked to the screen, Game of Thrones...
HBO’s beloved series Game of Thrones
One such death occurred when Daenerys Targaryen’s loyal bodyguard Ser Barristan Selmy was killed off midway through season 5. The character’s tragic death occurred during an ambush by the Sons of the Harpy, which left fans of George R.R. Martin’s novels scratching their heads since it was a major diversion from the source material.
Ser Barristan Selmy’s Tragic Death in Game of Thrones
Apart from offering surprising twists in every season that kept audiences hooked to the screen, Game of Thrones...
- 5/8/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Game of Thrones was a major hit for HBO, regardless of whether you liked the ending or not, and it is still regarded as one of the best series of all time, especially within the fantasy genre. HBO is currently preparing for the second season of House of the Dragon, whose premiere is approaching fast, but as you may remember, HBO is also working on a prequel series titled Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight, which we have already reported about. And while we don’t know when the show is going to air, we have received some new information about the series that will certainly make some of the fans happy.
The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight series will be based on the Tales of Dunk and Egg series, which is a series of novellas written by George R. R. Martin. The series will...
The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight series will be based on the Tales of Dunk and Egg series, which is a series of novellas written by George R. R. Martin. The series will...
- 5/8/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Game of Thrones was a phenomenon back when it first aired. The HBO series, based on George Rr Martin’s novels, would go on to enthrall fans for years, making fans fall in love with Westeros (not with its inhabitants though). It all seemed to be going well, until, well…, Season 8 happened. The fandom, which couldn’t contain its excitement for the culmination of the series, was not to be found after the finale of the show aired. HBO knew they had messed up, and they are now taking steps to set things right, including hiring Black Mirror director, Owen Harris.
HBO is going all out to rescue the Game of Thrones fandom
Season 8 effectively killed the fanbase of Game of Thrones l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
HBO knew that it would have to take a lot of steps in order to breathe some life into the fandom that had lost its voice.
HBO is going all out to rescue the Game of Thrones fandom
Season 8 effectively killed the fanbase of Game of Thrones l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
HBO knew that it would have to take a lot of steps in order to breathe some life into the fandom that had lost its voice.
- 5/7/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
Ever since the Disney and Marvel Studios’ merger, the new studio has seen some of the best as well as some of the worst days. There was a time when everything with the Marvel stamp on it was selling like hotcakes, and Disney was busy milking the cash cow with multiple releases every year.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe
However, the excess pressure on the MCU and its branches led to a decline in quality, and slowly but surely the viewers caught on it. After facing several box office disasters, Disney+MCU is taking a new approach, trying to bring back quality to the once beloved franchise.
However, a recent statement from Disney CEO Bob Iger is going to upset a lot of die-hard fans, who’ve been following the franchise from its earliest days.
Disney is going to decrease MCU’s output Bob Iger on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The continuous...
The Marvel Cinematic Universe
However, the excess pressure on the MCU and its branches led to a decline in quality, and slowly but surely the viewers caught on it. After facing several box office disasters, Disney+MCU is taking a new approach, trying to bring back quality to the once beloved franchise.
However, a recent statement from Disney CEO Bob Iger is going to upset a lot of die-hard fans, who’ve been following the franchise from its earliest days.
Disney is going to decrease MCU’s output Bob Iger on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The continuous...
- 5/7/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Killing off characters is always difficult, but not for Robert Kirkman. The Walking Dead co-creator reveals that he tends to remove fan-favorite figures from the narrative because too much investment in them might affect the flow of the story.
Robert Kirkman’s The Walking Dead comics
That being said, Kirkman absolutely prefers plot-driven tales. Unlike famed author George R.R. Martin, who is famous for killing off almost every character in the Game of Thrones saga, he gets rid of them because he wants the audience to feel the pain of death.
Robert Kirkman Explains The Importance Of Killing Off Characters In The Walking Dead
In a conversation with Entertainment Weekly, comic book creator Robert Kirkman admitted he does not have any favorite characters from The Walking Dead series. Surprisingly, he revealed having the urge to kill off these types of figures as they pose a great danger to the smooth tide of the story.
Robert Kirkman’s The Walking Dead comics
That being said, Kirkman absolutely prefers plot-driven tales. Unlike famed author George R.R. Martin, who is famous for killing off almost every character in the Game of Thrones saga, he gets rid of them because he wants the audience to feel the pain of death.
Robert Kirkman Explains The Importance Of Killing Off Characters In The Walking Dead
In a conversation with Entertainment Weekly, comic book creator Robert Kirkman admitted he does not have any favorite characters from The Walking Dead series. Surprisingly, he revealed having the urge to kill off these types of figures as they pose a great danger to the smooth tide of the story.
- 5/7/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms has found one of its directors.
Owen Harris, who has directed episodes of Black Mirror including the San Junipero episode, will helm three of the episodes for the Game of Thrones spinoff.
It comes as HBO revealed that the adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s The Hedge Knight novella will feature six episodes. This is fewer than the first seasons of Game of Thrones or House of the Dragon.
A century before the events of Game of Thrones, two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros… a young, naïve but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne, and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends.
Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell star in the series,...
Owen Harris, who has directed episodes of Black Mirror including the San Junipero episode, will helm three of the episodes for the Game of Thrones spinoff.
It comes as HBO revealed that the adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s The Hedge Knight novella will feature six episodes. This is fewer than the first seasons of Game of Thrones or House of the Dragon.
A century before the events of Game of Thrones, two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros… a young, naïve but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne, and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends.
Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell star in the series,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Dunk and Egg’s first quest will be a brief one.
HBO’s forthcoming Game of Thrones spinoff about Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire, Egg, will have a six-episode Season 1, TVLine has confirmed. Our sister site The Hollywood Reporter first broke the news.
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Also, the series — formerly referred to as A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight — now is...
HBO’s forthcoming Game of Thrones spinoff about Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire, Egg, will have a six-episode Season 1, TVLine has confirmed. Our sister site The Hollywood Reporter first broke the news.
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Also, the series — formerly referred to as A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight — now is...
- 5/7/2024
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
The premiere of House of Dragons season 2, which will take place this June, is one of the most anticipated TV events of the summer. Considering how popular the first season of the show was and how many people are now rooting for one of the teams, season 2 is about to blow up social media.
What may surprise fans who haven't read the original novel on which the show is based is that a number of new characters have been added to the show. Now that two branches of the Targaryen family are ready to go to war against each other, they all need strong alliances to support their claims.
Team Green may have hit the jackpot with the powerful Alys Rivers on their side.
Who Is Alys Rivers From House of the Dragon?
Speaking to Town & Country Magazine, Gayle Rankin, who will be portraying Alys in the show's second season,...
What may surprise fans who haven't read the original novel on which the show is based is that a number of new characters have been added to the show. Now that two branches of the Targaryen family are ready to go to war against each other, they all need strong alliances to support their claims.
Team Green may have hit the jackpot with the powerful Alys Rivers on their side.
Who Is Alys Rivers From House of the Dragon?
Speaking to Town & Country Magazine, Gayle Rankin, who will be portraying Alys in the show's second season,...
- 5/7/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
Some breaking news from Westeros: The Game of Thrones prequel series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has added a major talent from Black Mirror to serve as its debut season’s lead director, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
Owen Harris has boarded the HBO drama as an executive producer and will also direct the first three episodes, establishing the directorial vision for the series. Harris is best known for helming two of Black Mirror‘s finest episodes — “Be Right Back” and the widely acclaimed “San Junipero.”
In addition, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms‘ episode count has now been revealed: The first season will be six episodes, making for a tighter opener than the 10-episode first seasons of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. The run time seems appropriate given Knight is an adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s 160-page novella The Hedge Knight rather than one of his 900-page epic novels.
Owen Harris has boarded the HBO drama as an executive producer and will also direct the first three episodes, establishing the directorial vision for the series. Harris is best known for helming two of Black Mirror‘s finest episodes — “Be Right Back” and the widely acclaimed “San Junipero.”
In addition, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms‘ episode count has now been revealed: The first season will be six episodes, making for a tighter opener than the 10-episode first seasons of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. The run time seems appropriate given Knight is an adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s 160-page novella The Hedge Knight rather than one of his 900-page epic novels.
- 5/7/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
As far as the Marvel Cinematic Universe is concerned, aka the MCU, there is no barrier that can justify the fans’ utter loyalty to the franchise. Unlike the Phase Four era, which alienated and divided fans more than ever, the billion-dollar franchise has always attracted the attention of critics and audiences from all over, proving its fascinating command over the IP and the power of storytelling.
A still from Avengers: Age of Ultron [Credit: Marvel Studios]However, even in the most perfect things, there lies flaws that can be utterly damning. Soon after Avengers: Endgame, fans wouldn’t even acknowledge the existence of Phase Four, if they could help it. But it didn’t mean the era that came before Endgame was entirely faultless.
George R. R. Martin Learns the Ins and Outs of MCU
For the creator of such a vast universe as A Song of Ice and Fire — George R.
A still from Avengers: Age of Ultron [Credit: Marvel Studios]However, even in the most perfect things, there lies flaws that can be utterly damning. Soon after Avengers: Endgame, fans wouldn’t even acknowledge the existence of Phase Four, if they could help it. But it didn’t mean the era that came before Endgame was entirely faultless.
George R. R. Martin Learns the Ins and Outs of MCU
For the creator of such a vast universe as A Song of Ice and Fire — George R.
- 5/7/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
George R.R. Martin is known for his A Song of Ice and Fire book series, which would become the legendary HBO series Game of Thrones. The writer has been in the business for decades and has contributed his storytelling to multiple franchises, including the Wild Card anthology series of novels as well as the Elden Ring games.
Martin’s writing in Game of Thrones is known for its merciless killing of fan-favorite characters. Fans at the time were surprised by an important death in each season and many times the arcs of these characters were not even complete before their demise. The author mentioned that when he was younger, he loved The Avengers #9 comics because of one character’s death.
George R.R. Martin Loved The Avengers Comics Because Of Wonder Man George R.R. Martin | Credits: Wttw News
In the 1960s, both Marvel and DC Comics were the primary competitors in the market.
Martin’s writing in Game of Thrones is known for its merciless killing of fan-favorite characters. Fans at the time were surprised by an important death in each season and many times the arcs of these characters were not even complete before their demise. The author mentioned that when he was younger, he loved The Avengers #9 comics because of one character’s death.
George R.R. Martin Loved The Avengers Comics Because Of Wonder Man George R.R. Martin | Credits: Wttw News
In the 1960s, both Marvel and DC Comics were the primary competitors in the market.
- 5/7/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Renowned fantasy author George R.R. Martin stands by his principle on the importance of writing ‘gratuitous’ food scenes in his Game of Thrones book series. He has received several comments about the abundance of his narratives when it comes to writing about food, and many think his novels would have been a lot less thicker had he spared them the long descriptions.
Jack Gleeson and Lena Headey in Game of Thrones
But for the writer, it is very essential that he puts a premium on these types of scenes. Martin believes the journey matters more than the destination, so he wants the readers to see, feel, and even taste his words when they read them.
George R.R. Martin Explains Why Food Scenes Are Lavishly Written In His Novels
George R.R. Martin wrote the preface on the new The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook, and he explained why he...
Jack Gleeson and Lena Headey in Game of Thrones
But for the writer, it is very essential that he puts a premium on these types of scenes. Martin believes the journey matters more than the destination, so he wants the readers to see, feel, and even taste his words when they read them.
George R.R. Martin Explains Why Food Scenes Are Lavishly Written In His Novels
George R.R. Martin wrote the preface on the new The Official Game of Thrones Cookbook, and he explained why he...
- 5/6/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Although Kit Harington attracted all eyes on him with his prolific performance since the beginning of Game of Thrones, people can’t forget one House Stark character who set the tone for the show’s notorious unpredictability. It’s none other than the actor behind the role of Eddard “Ned” Stark, Sean Bean, who left quite an impression on the series and its fans.
Sean Bean in Game of Thrones
Despite Sean Bean’s appearance in Game of Thrones being cut short with an untimely demise at the end of season one, his impact on the series extended far beyond his character’s arc. His influence was later seen in the performances of subsequent actors, including Paddy Considine who appeared as King Viserys in the prequel series House of the Dragon.
Sean Bean’s Lasting Impact on Game of Thrones Despite Limited Screen Time
From starring in the James Bond...
Sean Bean in Game of Thrones
Despite Sean Bean’s appearance in Game of Thrones being cut short with an untimely demise at the end of season one, his impact on the series extended far beyond his character’s arc. His influence was later seen in the performances of subsequent actors, including Paddy Considine who appeared as King Viserys in the prequel series House of the Dragon.
Sean Bean’s Lasting Impact on Game of Thrones Despite Limited Screen Time
From starring in the James Bond...
- 5/6/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Gore Verbinski would seem to have hit a snag in his big-budget blockbuster career after his Lone Ranger movie for Disney became a notoriously bloated flop. However, he was able to return with a smaller directorial effort after that, with the suspense film A Cure for Wellness. It has been eight years since the release of A Cure for Wellness, and Verbinski returns from his hiatus to helm an action-adventure film with the humorous title Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die. The movie sports an impressive cast, including Sam Rockwell, Michael Peña, Haley Lu Richardson, Zazie Beetz and Juno Temple. The film has just started production on location in South Africa.
The description of the movie’s plot, according to Deadline, reads, “The film, written by Matthew Robinson (Love & Monsters), centers on a man from the future (Rockwell) who arrives at a diner in Los Angeles where he must recruit...
The description of the movie’s plot, according to Deadline, reads, “The film, written by Matthew Robinson (Love & Monsters), centers on a man from the future (Rockwell) who arrives at a diner in Los Angeles where he must recruit...
- 5/6/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Ramsay Bolton, the psychopathic ‘Lord of Winterfell and Warden of the North’ has been deeply despised by audiences since his first appearance on Game of Thrones. Well, the actor behind the role, Iwan Rheon, certainly deserves all the credit for evoking the strongest feeling of hatred in viewers’ hearts for his character.
Iwan Rheon as Ramsay Bolton in Game of Thrones
Crowned as one of the most hated men on TV, for wreaking havoc in the North since sacking Winterfell, Iwan Rheon apparently had a strong inspiration behind his character. According to Ndtv, the actor revealed being influenced by an unlikely source for his sadistic character. It’s apparently Heath Ledger’s iconic Joker, who stands behind Ramsay Bolton.
Iwan Rheon Modeled Ramsay Bolton on Heath Ledger’s Joker
Portraying the role of the menacing psychopath Ramsay Bolton in Game of Thrones, who not only seized Winterfell but also abused Sansa Stark,...
Iwan Rheon as Ramsay Bolton in Game of Thrones
Crowned as one of the most hated men on TV, for wreaking havoc in the North since sacking Winterfell, Iwan Rheon apparently had a strong inspiration behind his character. According to Ndtv, the actor revealed being influenced by an unlikely source for his sadistic character. It’s apparently Heath Ledger’s iconic Joker, who stands behind Ramsay Bolton.
Iwan Rheon Modeled Ramsay Bolton on Heath Ledger’s Joker
Portraying the role of the menacing psychopath Ramsay Bolton in Game of Thrones, who not only seized Winterfell but also abused Sansa Stark,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Game of Thrones fans obsessively watched the series to see who would end up on the Iron Throne. The conclusion to years of scheming and fighting was a controversial one to say the least.
However, we’re got a different question about the series to answer: Which star from the cast is the wealthiest with the highest estimated net worth?
HBO’s fantasy series is the sort of industry dominating, pop culture titan that comes around every so often and totally changes the game. And while the characters battled it out on the screen, the show made its stars rich in real life.
The show brought the world of Westeros to life straight from the pages of George R.R. Martin‘s A Song of Ice and Fire novels and became a breakaway hit that fans are still talking about many years after the grand finale.
It’s such a beloved...
However, we’re got a different question about the series to answer: Which star from the cast is the wealthiest with the highest estimated net worth?
HBO’s fantasy series is the sort of industry dominating, pop culture titan that comes around every so often and totally changes the game. And while the characters battled it out on the screen, the show made its stars rich in real life.
The show brought the world of Westeros to life straight from the pages of George R.R. Martin‘s A Song of Ice and Fire novels and became a breakaway hit that fans are still talking about many years after the grand finale.
It’s such a beloved...
- 5/4/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
More than three years after Game of Thrones came to a divisive end, HBO returned to the land of Westeros with House of the Dragon, a Targaryen-centric prequel series that debuted on August 21, 2022. Fans weren’t meant to wait this long for a Game of Thrones spinoff — or “successor show,” as author George R. R. Martin prefers to call it — but HBO didn’t have the easiest time turning its smash hit into a franchise. Case in point: The pilot for another prequel series, the Naomi Watts-led project detailed below, cost $30 million to film, according to the James Andrew Miller book Tinderbox: HBO’s Ruthless Pursuit of New Frontiers (via Entertainment Weekly). The next spinoff in development was a Jon Snow sequel series that would see Kit Harington return to his most famous role. Harington himself has said it’s been shelved, but that’s not the only tale of Westeros in development.
- 5/3/2024
- TV Insider
It has been a long five years since Chris Evans said goodbye to the role of Steve Rogers, aka the Og Captain America. At the end of Avengers: Endgame, Steve hands over his shield to Sam Wilson, played by Anthony Mackie, who is finally ready to become to next Cap. Although we had glimpses of him coming to terms with this new responsibility in the Disney+ show, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Sam will finally get his turn as the next leader.
Anthony Mackie in his Captain America suit in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
At the end of the Disney+ show, Sam wore a version of the Captain America suit, which wasn’t appreciated by most fans. The suit was a gift from the Dora Milaje and made from vibranium. Most noticeably, it was fit with Wilson’s trademark retractable wings, keeping parts of his Falcon persona,...
Anthony Mackie in his Captain America suit in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
At the end of the Disney+ show, Sam wore a version of the Captain America suit, which wasn’t appreciated by most fans. The suit was a gift from the Dora Milaje and made from vibranium. Most noticeably, it was fit with Wilson’s trademark retractable wings, keeping parts of his Falcon persona,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
George R. R. Martin’s commitment to Game of Thrones and his eventual exit from the show felt somewhat like a betrayal to the audience of the critically acclaimed HBO series. But for Martin himself, one particular betrayal from the series’ creators felt like severing a limb from his body.
Game of Thrones [Credit: Home Box Office Inc.]The commitment that the author and the audience generously devoted to the HBO show was paid tenfold in kind for the first 6 seasons and could have progressed in the same manner, if not for one disastrous decision. Months before Game of Thrones branched off into a spin-off series, the author reflected on what made the ending so inconclusive and unsatisfactory.
Game of Thrones Author Gives His Season 8 Verdict
Had David Benioff and Dan Weiss been patient and tenacious enough to drag out the experience of Game of Thrones, the audience would not be still up in arms...
Game of Thrones [Credit: Home Box Office Inc.]The commitment that the author and the audience generously devoted to the HBO show was paid tenfold in kind for the first 6 seasons and could have progressed in the same manner, if not for one disastrous decision. Months before Game of Thrones branched off into a spin-off series, the author reflected on what made the ending so inconclusive and unsatisfactory.
Game of Thrones Author Gives His Season 8 Verdict
Had David Benioff and Dan Weiss been patient and tenacious enough to drag out the experience of Game of Thrones, the audience would not be still up in arms...
- 5/3/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
House of the Dragon, the Game of Thrones prequel series that debuted on HBO and Max in 2022 and is returning soon, focuses on House Targaryen, generations before the events of the original Game of Thrones series.
They are, of course, the ancestors of Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke), one of the main characters on Game of Thrones, whose series-long plot was about wanting to recapture her family's throne.
While House of the Dragon focuses on that particular family, we did get occasional glimpses of other familiar houses in the first season of that show, including the Baratheons. Also, there are fleeting mentions of Houses such as Arryn and Stark.
While the members of House Stark were among the most important characters throughout Game of Thrones, none of the Starks were major characters In the first season of House of the Dragon.
However, it appears that it is about to change.
Meet Lord Cregan
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They are, of course, the ancestors of Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke), one of the main characters on Game of Thrones, whose series-long plot was about wanting to recapture her family's throne.
While House of the Dragon focuses on that particular family, we did get occasional glimpses of other familiar houses in the first season of that show, including the Baratheons. Also, there are fleeting mentions of Houses such as Arryn and Stark.
While the members of House Stark were among the most important characters throughout Game of Thrones, none of the Starks were major characters In the first season of House of the Dragon.
However, it appears that it is about to change.
Meet Lord Cregan
Entertainment Weekly,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Stephen Silver
- TVfanatic
Elden Ring is the pinnacle of Soulslike games and FromSoftware CEO and game director Hidetaka Miyazaki has some ambitious plans for the franchise and its future. The lore is vast enough for the developers to omit certain content and save it for the Shadow of the Erdtree Dlc.
Expansions and DLCs are a common practice for FromSoftware but in this case, the upcoming Dlc for its most successful video game is a long time coming. Initially, the content was intended for the base game but Miyazaki believes it is best suited as an expansion.
Shadow of the Erdtree Will Amplify the Elden Ring Experience
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree will be released on June 21st.
The Soulslike director dropped his two cents regarding the topic of expansions and new content that could affect the player’s experience if it were divided into separate parts or sold across different points in time in an interview.
Expansions and DLCs are a common practice for FromSoftware but in this case, the upcoming Dlc for its most successful video game is a long time coming. Initially, the content was intended for the base game but Miyazaki believes it is best suited as an expansion.
Shadow of the Erdtree Will Amplify the Elden Ring Experience
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree will be released on June 21st.
The Soulslike director dropped his two cents regarding the topic of expansions and new content that could affect the player’s experience if it were divided into separate parts or sold across different points in time in an interview.
- 5/2/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
A gripping plot, superb acting, thought-out dialog, an amazing ability to hold the audience's attention, sex, violence, and struggle for power – Game of Thrones was famous for all of this, but was it the first of its kind?
Perhaps in every genre there is the series that was unfairly closed at the most interesting moment. For fans of science fiction, Firefly became such a wound in the heart, and for fans of historical dramas, there is Rome, the return of which most connoisseurs of the genre dream of.
As it happens, Rome has only two seasons. But even that is enough to appreciate it.
Rome Was Game of Thrones’ Predecessor
Even before Game of Thrones, HBO and the BBC tried the "sex, blood and political intrigue" formula with Rome, which was released in 2005. And the historical period was more appropriate than ever: the Roman Empire just after the Gallic War...
Perhaps in every genre there is the series that was unfairly closed at the most interesting moment. For fans of science fiction, Firefly became such a wound in the heart, and for fans of historical dramas, there is Rome, the return of which most connoisseurs of the genre dream of.
As it happens, Rome has only two seasons. But even that is enough to appreciate it.
Rome Was Game of Thrones’ Predecessor
Even before Game of Thrones, HBO and the BBC tried the "sex, blood and political intrigue" formula with Rome, which was released in 2005. And the historical period was more appropriate than ever: the Roman Empire just after the Gallic War...
- 5/1/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
The Game of Thrones series has garnered international acclaim all thanks to its intriguing storyline and complex characters that bent our minds to the core. Throughout the eight seasons, the characters have undergone significant transformations which make it difficult for anyone to categorize as simply good or evil.
A still from Game of Thrones
The show’s ability to captivate audiences has also helped its cast members in gaining global fame, including Iwan Rheon, who portrayed Ramsay Bolton. However, it didn’t do all good to him as his senile role created problems in his acting career.
Iwan Rheon Revealed Starring in Game of Thrones Created Hindrance in His Career
Iwan Rheon is best known for his portrayal of the sinister character, Ramsay Bolton in the Game of Thrones series. He is surely one of the most hated characters in the franchise, which is also the reason why his role...
A still from Game of Thrones
The show’s ability to captivate audiences has also helped its cast members in gaining global fame, including Iwan Rheon, who portrayed Ramsay Bolton. However, it didn’t do all good to him as his senile role created problems in his acting career.
Iwan Rheon Revealed Starring in Game of Thrones Created Hindrance in His Career
Iwan Rheon is best known for his portrayal of the sinister character, Ramsay Bolton in the Game of Thrones series. He is surely one of the most hated characters in the franchise, which is also the reason why his role...
- 5/1/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Emilia Clarke is effortlessly one of the most beloved actresses in Hollywood, with her acting chops, beauty, wit, and personality — all leaving her audiences truly stunned. Among all the roles she has donned to date across multiple genres, her most acclaimed performance still remains her iconic portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones, which also gifted her most of her fame.
Emilia Clarke in Secret Invasion.
However, even after achieving that impeccable feat through the novels-based television series, Clarke was quite a bit dissatisfied with it for a peculiar reason. And, surprisingly enough, this reason wasn’t related to the controversial ending of the series — which notably saw her character getting murdered at the hands of her very own lover, Jon Snow — but for another reason entirely.
Emilia Clarke Found This Aspect of Game of Thrones Dissatisfying
Emilia Clarke initially earned quite a bit of her fame through her...
Emilia Clarke in Secret Invasion.
However, even after achieving that impeccable feat through the novels-based television series, Clarke was quite a bit dissatisfied with it for a peculiar reason. And, surprisingly enough, this reason wasn’t related to the controversial ending of the series — which notably saw her character getting murdered at the hands of her very own lover, Jon Snow — but for another reason entirely.
Emilia Clarke Found This Aspect of Game of Thrones Dissatisfying
Emilia Clarke initially earned quite a bit of her fame through her...
- 5/1/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
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