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entertainment1 year ago

HBO's 'Ren Faire': A Real-Life Game of Thrones Without the Bloodshed

HBO's docuseries "Ren Faire" delves into the eccentric and tyrannical world of George Coulam, the 86-year-old founder of the Texas Renaissance Festival. The series portrays Coulam as a domineering figure searching for a successor and a younger wife, while exploring the power struggles among his potential heirs. Despite its engaging character study, the documentary falls short of fully immersing viewers in the festival's vibrant environment.

entertainment1 year ago

HBO's 'Ren Faire': A Real-Life Game of Thrones Unfolds

HBO's new docuseries "Ren Faire," directed by Lance Oppenheim, premieres this Sunday and delves into the power struggle to succeed George Coulam, the founder of the Texas Renaissance Festival. The series, likened to "Succession" and "Game of Thrones," explores the colorful and dramatic world of the festival, focusing on the candidates vying for Coulam's position as he prepares to retire.