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television1 month ago•22 min saved

Dunk’s Humbling Poop Moment Sets the Tone for HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Variety previews the premiere of HBO Max’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, focusing on Dunk and his squire Egg as they chase knighthood in a world rooted in George R. R. Martin’s Hedge Knight. The article highlights a notorious poop gag that signals the show’s playful, character-driven tone, describes Dexter Sol Ansell’s Egg and the puppet-dragon production, and explains showrunner Ira Parker’s approach to blending humor with Dunk’s personal journey. It also teases access to Martin’s unpublished material and the potential for multiple seasons expanding the Dunk–Egg saga beyond Season 1.

via Variety|

#a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms #dunk-and-egg #game-of-thrones

entertainment1 month ago•4 min saved

George R.R. Martin Says House of the Dragon Isn't His Story Anymore

George R.R. Martin says his feud with House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal has worsened, with Condal allegedly stopping to listen to his notes by Season 2, HBO telling him to stop submitting notes, and a Zoom meeting in which Martin declared the project isn’t his story anymore. Martin stresses faithfulness to his books and characters, which he treats as his children, raising questions about the show’s direction and its adaptation decisions.

via SlashFilm|

#adaptation #entertainment #george-r-r-martin

entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

GRRM's Abysmal Rift with House of the Dragon Showrunner Is Revealed

George R.R. Martin says his relationship with House of the Dragon co-creator Ryan Condal has deteriorated into an "abysmal" feud during Season 2, with Condal reportedly ignoring his notes; HBO allegedly told Martin to submit his feedback to the network, culminating in a heated Zoom discussion about Season 3. Condal has defended their collaboration in the past, and Season 3 is expected to air later in 2026 on HBO/HBO Max.

via SuperHeroHype|

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entertainment9 months ago•3 min saved

George R.R. Martin Responds to 'Winds of Winter' Fan Frustrations

George R.R. Martin expressed his frustration with fans' complaints about the delay of 'The Winds Of Winter,' revealing his disinterest in finishing the book and sharing his ongoing projects and personal feelings about his work and fans.

via AV Club|

#a-song-of-ice-and-fire #author-frustrations #book-delays

entertainment1 year ago•7 min saved

George R. R. Martin Defies Hollywood Norms for a Friend

George R. R. Martin has self-financed four short films based on the works of his late friend, Howard Waldrop, breaking Hollywood's "cardinal rule" of not using personal funds. Martin's tribute to Waldrop, a celebrated but less commercially successful science fiction writer, includes the film "The Ugly Chickens," which has already gained festival recognition. Despite his ongoing commitment to these projects, Martin assures fans that completing "The Winds of Winter" remains a priority.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#entertainment #friendship #george-r-r-martin

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

George R.R. Martin Predicts Long and Bitter Hollywood Writers' Strike

Game of Thrones creator George R. R. Martin expressed his concerns about the ongoing Hollywood writers' strike, stating that it could be "long and bitter." Martin revealed that his overall deal with HBO was suspended on June 1, and he joined picket lines in support of entry-level writers and industry workers. He also mentioned that the strike is not about name writers or producers but about those hoping to break into the industry. Martin provided updates on his other projects, including a stage play and the progress of his upcoming book, Winds of Winter.

via Daily Mail|

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entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"George R. R. Martin's Valid Disdain for GoT Fanfiction"

George R. R. Martin expressed his dislike for fanfiction during a Q&A session, stating that it doesn't contribute to creative expression and raises copyright concerns. While he has no intention of taking legal action against fanfiction using his characters or world, his stance may discourage aspiring writers. Fans are eagerly awaiting the release of The Winds of Winter.

via Startefacts|