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Amazon taps Sophie Turner for ‘Tomb Raider’ series
Sophie Turner is reportedly close to landing the lead role in Amazon’s upcoming “Tomb Raider” series. According to Variety, although the deal has not been finalised yet, it is expected to be confirmed shortly.
Warner Bros explores ‘Game of Thrones’ film as HBO expands fantasy franchise
Warner Bros has been quietly working on a film set in George RR Martin’s fantasy world as HBO/Max and Warner Bros start merging their major fantasy franchises.
THE SHELF / Book-to-screen adaptations to look forward to in the second half of 2024
The first half of this year has treated us with some truly amazing book-to-screen adaptations like Feud: Capote vs. The Swans, A Gentleman in Moscow, and Ripley. The second half is also unlikely to disappoint. Here are some book-to-screen adaptations to pack the rest of your year with.
‘They never make it better’: George RR Martin calls out TV and film adaptations
Renowned author George RR Martin, the creative mind behind the "Game of Thrones" series, has voiced strong criticism against TV and film adaptations of books, asserting that they often fail to measure up to their source material. In a recent blog post, Martin lamented the trend of screenwriters and producers altering beloved stories to "make them their own," often to the detriment of the original work.
Ian Gelder, ‘Game of Thrones’ actor, passed away
In "Game of Thrones", he portrayed Kevan Lannister, the astute younger brother of Lord Tywin Lannister, in 12 episodes of the groundbreaking series. Apart from playing one of the Lannisters, Ian appeared in several TV shows including Doctor “Who”, “Snatch”, “Fifteen-Love”, “Casualty”, “Father Brown”, “The Bill”, “Edward the King”, and “I Thought You’d Gone”, amongst others.
HBO announces ‘Game of Thrones’ Aegon’s conquest spinoff
Exciting news emerges from HBO as the network teams up with prolific writer Mattson Tomlin for a new venture set in the beloved "Game of Thrones" universe. Tomlin, known for his work on projects like "The Batman Part II" and the Keanu Reeves action comic adaptation "BRZRKR," is set to spearhead the development of a spinoff titled "Aegon’s Conquest."
5 deserving actors who never won an Emmy
Throughout television history, there are certain performances that persist as amongst the greatest, even without the accolade of an Emmy. These actors not only captivated audiences, but also earned praise from critics, adding a layer of bewilderment to the persistent oversight by the Emmys.
‘GOT’ star Emilia Clarke gets MBE for raising awareness
Actress Emilia Clarke has said the MBEs awarded to both her and her mother in the New Year Honours are "amazing" for raising awareness about brain injuries. The Game of Thrones star suffered two brain haemorrhages in her 20s, then set up a charity in 2019 with mum Jenny. They have now been appointed MBEs for services to people with brain injuries.
George RR Martin reveals status of ‘Game of Thrones’ projects during strikes
In light of the ongoing writers and actors strike, George RR Martin, the creator of “Game of Thrones”, took to his website to share the current status of the projects.
The death of romance: HBO's fascination with cursed weddings
Weddings are supposed to be one of the happiest days of a person's life, but HBO seems to have a different opinion.
Writers' strike freezes 'Handmaid's Tale,' 'Game of Thrones' spinoff
The new season of "The Handmaid's Tale" and a coming "Game of Thrones" prequel was halted as a nearly week-long strike by thousands of film and television writers rippled across Hollywood on Monday.
Should book adaptations always be faithful?
When it comes to casting, direction, design, and other varying aspects of production, the author being at the heart of it all can be a huge asset, assisting in the transformation of their ideas and offering tidbits of inspiration or knowledge that may otherwise be missing.
Why did Pedro Pascal change his real name?
Pedro Pascal, the current heartthrob of Hollywood, was not given the name we all know him by at birth. His parents, child psychologist Verónica Pascal and physician José Balmaceda Riera, chose to call the 47-year-old performer José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal.
Exploring the royal artiste of Matt Smith
In both House of the Dragon and The Crown, Smith was equally fascinating.
Books to read if you enjoyed ‘House of the Dragon’
Like A Song of Ice and Fire, The Priory of the Orange Tree is told from the perspective of many different characters in various parts of the world, with different loyalties, religions, ranks, and abilities.
House of the Dragon revives Game of Thrones franchise with a standout first season
The showrunners lived up to expectations, delivering a brilliant storyline in House of the Dragon.
Paddy Considine’s Viserys is a rare example of an adaptation outshining the original
It’s to Paddy Considine's immense credit that he made Viserys so loveable among the fans.
Can HBO’s The Last of Us be a faithful adaptation of the video game?
The Last of Us fans worldwide will agree that the trailer did not disappoint.
House of the Dragon opening sequence explained
Here's the hidden meaning the opening sequence of House of the Dragon.