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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|

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entertainment1 month ago•468 min saved

George R.R. Martin Calls HOTD Collaboration ‘Abysmal’ Amid Behind-the-Scenes Rift

George R.R. Martin says his working relationship with House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal is 'abysmal,' recounting a deleted blog criticizing seasons 3–4, HBO reportedly benching him before bringing him back, and tension over the show's direction and Blood and Cheese subplot as season 3 gears up for its biggest battle.

via Vulture|

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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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entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

"House of the Dragon Season 2: Sharp Drama, Epic Fights, and Familiar Flaws"

House of the Dragon Season 2 addresses previous criticisms by focusing more chronologically, stabilizing its cast, and expanding its geographical and social scope. The season delves into the Targaryen civil war, highlighting the impact on both nobles and commoners. With strong performances from Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, and others, the show remains a compelling human drama, balancing personal and political conflicts.

via Empire|

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entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"Matt Smith Reflects on 'House of the Dragon' and Co-Creator's Exit"

Matt Smith shared his initial doubts about "House of the Dragon" due to market saturation and audience changes, but ultimately embraced the role. He also reflected on almost turning down "Doctor Who" and expressed his sadness over losing Emma D'Arcy as a scene partner in Season 2. Co-creator Ryan Condal hinted that the new season will pick up right after Season 1, with a more continuous and explosive narrative.

via Just Jared|

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entertainment2 years ago•6 min saved

"House of the Dragon: Season 2 Changes and George R.R. Martin's Influence"

Director Clare Kilner discusses her proudest moments directing House of the Dragon, including a dragon coronation scene and a unique brothel scene. She also talks about the visual language of the show and the split structure of the first season. Kilner mentions that the cast is more settled now that the show has been released and reflects on the lack of ensemble cast nominations. She also discusses the influence of director Alan Taylor and explains why the new season will have eight episodes instead of ten.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"House of the Dragon" Season 2 Continues the Story, Says Showrunner Ryan Condal

House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal and star Paddy Considine appeared at Contenders TV to celebrate the first season of the Game of Thrones prequel. Condal hinted at what’s to come in the upcoming second season, saying that he's excited to pick up where they left off and fall into the more traditional rhythms of storytelling and Game of Thrones. Considine will not return for Season 2 after his character, Viserys, died in Episode 8. The second season will explore the aftermath of Viserys' death and the conflict between his wife and daughter for the throne.

via Deadline|

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