#Game of thrones s1e8 series#
If the series had been adapted into a movie, Syrio’s death would have echoed the great cinematic deaths of Sean Bean in The Fellowship Of The Ring and Michael Biehn in The Rock. No one can deny that Game Of Thrones is a cinematic series, but luckily, it’s avoided straying into cinematic cliches. It’s a pity Catelyn’s confidence can’t be won that easily. Luckily, nothing commands respect more than a direwolf that takes the fingers off insubordinate lords. He’s also surrounded by lords who doubt he’s up to the job, considering he’s never been in battle before.
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Calling his father’s bannermen to his service, he’s faced with the fact that, if he loses, his family will be killed. Until now, Robb (played by Richard Madden) has been in the background, but now comes front and centre as he’s forced to defend his family, or bend the knee to a king who’s imprisoned his father. While the other Stark children still have their direwolves, since Sansa lost Lady it seems she’s also lost her backbone, lacking the strength that’s made her siblings so formidable, namely big brother, Robb.
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He’s also smart, decisive and trusts his instincts, unlike his sister, Sansa, who’s being expertly manipulated by Cersei and having her feelings for the slimey Joffrey exploited. His concern at his sisters’ safety after learning about events at King’s Landing and his anger at Ser Allister for calling his father a traitor all show that, underneath his cold, distant exterior, he’s still a man that cares deeplyabout his family, despite the vows he’s taken and his status as a bastard. Many have criticised Harrington for being a bit closed off in his performance of Jon Snow, but I’ve found his portrayal spot-on. All the Stark children have been wonderfully portrayed by their respective actors, with Maisie Williams and Kit Harrington being the standouts.