So at the beginning of quarantine I tried to watch some classic movies that I hadn't seen yet. I got to see Titanic, Goodfellas, and the Shawshank Redemption, among others. Eventually, I couldn't think of any more movies and decided I would give Game of Thrones a shot. I'd heard good things about it, but had never really had the time to watch an episode. Given the explicit nature of the show, my parents would never let me see it, so I thought I would watch an episode before I went to bed.
Well that one episode turned into four, and I think I watched all 8 seasons in 2-3 weeks, which is especially concerning given that are 73 episodes that are about an hour each. I think the thing I liked most about the series is the characters, and I think all of the casting was very well done. What impressed me most was the slow development of characters, sometimes taking the full 8 seasons to complete their arc. One example of this is Jamie Lannister, who I hated at the start of the series. In the first episode, he is caught in an incestuous relationship and pushes a child out of a tower, and it really seems like he has no redeeming qualities. Over the course of many seasons, I grew to like him, as he slowly showed that he was both honorable and compassionate. This is reflective of most of the characters, who are all very complex, as are people in real life. What really surprised me was how much I cared about all of the central figures in the show, internally rejoicing at some people's demise and sitting in a shock after one of my favorite characters got killed off. It felt like none of the characters had plot armor, which kept me in suspense with regards to what would happen next.
The last season was disappointing, finishing a great show with one of the worst characters as king. They also rushed some of the development, and overall, Season 8 seemed much more lazy than I was accustomed to Besides that, I would recommend anyone who hasn't seen GOT to try it out. It is not for the faint of heart, but it brings a lot of really great and unique elements to the table.
I've also heard a lot of praise for the Game of Thrones, but never had the chance to watch it since I didn't have HBO Max. Since I recently got an HBO Max subscription, I'll definitely make sure to check it out!
ReplyDeleteI somehow still haven't seen Titanic or Game of Thrones, and the ending of the latter makes it harder for me to try watching it, but I think since so many people loved it regardless, it might be worth it.
ReplyDeleteI've heard a lot about GOT from my friends, it seems pretty lit. I wonder if my parents still have that HBO subscription.
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted to watch this show because it seems so in depth and good and has a whole community of fans. But I am scared to commit. It was supposed to be my quarantine project but I am scared to take it on!
ReplyDeleteYou and Mia definitely need to talk and share blog posts!
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