Re: Game of Thrones -- TV ONLY

by Lancebloke Sun Jun 08, 2014 6:34 pm

That's the one.

by bungobaggins Sun Jun 08, 2014 9:16 pm

Binged this weekend and finished season 3. bounce

by Eldorion Sun Jun 08, 2014 10:55 pm

That was fast. Very Happy

What do you make of it so far?

by bungobaggins Sun Jun 08, 2014 11:03 pm

I really like it. Some things are confusing (mostly the stuff about Jamie's capture and then his capture when he's with Brienne, and then the stuff with Roose Bolton and the handing over of Harrnehal from the Lannister's (I thought it was given to Littlefinger scratch

)), and I'll have to go back and re-watch the whole series at a later date, but I really like how I'm starting to sympathize with characters I hated (Jamie, the Hound).

Oh, and the music is great too. Very Happy

by Eldorion Mon Jun 09, 2014 1:03 am

If I recall correctly, Harrenhal was occupied by Lannister forces for most of the war, and the passing of its title to Littlefinger was mostly a ceremonial thing (and a signal of his authority over the Trident, replacing the rebellious Tullys). I don't think Littlefinger was in a hurry to actually take up residence in the castle though, both due to its reputation as cursed and because I don't know if he'd have the men on hand.

I agree about the music. I've become a fan of Ramin Djawadi for his work on Iron Man and Pacific Rim, but Game of Thrones has so much more space to spread its metaphorical wings.

by bungobaggins Mon Jun 09, 2014 4:36 am

Personally, I can't understand why anyone would want to take up residence in Harrenhal, unless they had the intent of restoring it. Shrugging

by Tinuviel Mon Jun 09, 2014 4:49 am

Tonight's episode:

It's made clear in this episode that either the crew or Martin was a fan of LOTR.

Kind of Spoilery:

I do need to read the books, but for now, after someone sees it who has, will you tell me if it's the same way in the books?

by bungobaggins Mon Jun 09, 2014 4:52 am

I've got to say, I was really impressed with the Battle of the Blackwater. Very exciting and cinematic. Some bits reminded me of Helm's Deep, but Tolkien's shadow (and PJ's adaptations) hangs over so much of the fantasy genre, it's impossible to avoid.

Some things I am finding a bit weird, however. Mostly the magic stuff. Season 1 didn't have a lot of magic, and when the red woman gives birth to that...thing...in season 2 it was a bit of a shock. It's funny, because the things like dragons, giants, and white walkers don't bother me, but that weird smoke demon bothered me. Shrugging

by Eldorion Mon Jun 09, 2014 6:57 am

I haven't seen the latest episode yet, Tin, but hopefully I can answer that question for you tomorrow. Smile

Martin has been very open about the influence Tolkien had on him, though.

bungobaggins wrote:Some things I am finding a bit weird, however. Mostly the magic stuff. Season 1 didn't have a lot of magic, and when the red woman gives birth to that...thing...in season 2 it was a bit of a shock. It's funny, because the things like dragons, giants, and white walkers don't bother me, but that weird smoke demon bothered me.

There's definitely more and more magic as the story goes on. Part of this is just the nature of the story -- if LOTR was about the end of magic and the supernatural playing an active role in the world, then ASOIAF is about the magic coming back. But I wonder if the show tried to downplay the fantasy elements in favor of the medieval/historical drama connection, since those types of shows have a much better track record than fantasy.

by Lancebloke Mon Jun 09, 2014 7:46 am

The shadow thing I didn't like much but only because I think they had played down other magic a lot and that scene felt over the top to me. I think they could have done something else there.

by bungobaggins Mon Jun 09, 2014 2:32 pm

Fucking idiots spoil everything in youtube comments. Mad

by Mrs Figg Mon Jun 09, 2014 3:19 pm

I am glad you liked season 3 Bungo, the music is awesome, I love Danys theme Mhysa

by Lancebloke Mon Jun 09, 2014 6:38 pm

I really don't like the Lord of light theme (I made the name up). It seemed to follow melisandre around a lot but have noticed it when others start chatting R'hollor stuff. It always seems very out of place and distracts me.

by bungobaggins Mon Jun 09, 2014 8:39 pm

I really liked this as the closing credits of the episode where Jaime

Spoiler:

. It was unexpected.

by bungobaggins Mon Jun 09, 2014 8:49 pm

Mrs Figg wrote:I am glad you liked season 3 Bungo, the music is awesome, I love Danys theme Mhysa

All I can say is move over Howard Shore. Razz

Or at least that's just my opinion.

by Norc Mon Jun 09, 2014 8:53 pm

i wondered how they did it..
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by Forest Shepherd Mon Jun 09, 2014 9:03 pm

That image is strangely unsettling.

by Eldorion Mon Jun 09, 2014 10:27 pm

bungobaggins wrote:I really liked this as the closing credits of the episode where Jaime
Spoiler:
. It was unexpected.

I really like the modern covers of songs that they play in GOT. It's a little dose of anachronism that I think is actually really effective and fun. Helps the world feel more grounded and closer to ours, I think, despite the medieval setting and magical stuff.

by Lancebloke Tue Jun 10, 2014 7:39 am

Tinuviel wrote:Tonight's episode:

It's made clear in this episode that either the crew or Martin was a fan of LOTR.
Kind of Spoilery:

I do need to read the books, but for now, after someone sees it who has, will you tell me if it's the same way in the books?

Spoiler:

by Mrs Figg Tue Jun 10, 2014 12:14 pm

bungobaggins wrote:I really liked this as the closing credits of the episode where Jaime
Spoiler:
. It was unexpected.

this is quite cute Razz

by Mrs Figg Tue Jun 10, 2014 12:18 pm

Norc wrote:i wondered how they did it..

just shows you dont need cgi when good old fashioned crafts skills are as just as good if not better

by bungobaggins Tue Jun 10, 2014 6:10 pm

Okay so I have some questions about the end of S4-E04.

Spoiler:

by halfwise Tue Jun 10, 2014 6:30 pm

Spoiler:

by bungobaggins Tue Jun 10, 2014 6:40 pm

Thanks Halfy. Cheerleader

by halfwise Tue Jun 10, 2014 6:46 pm

I love how we've spoilerized this thread, despite the big drag-out discussion to end all discussions we had about it. Razz