Game of Thrones Star Notes the Controversial Ending of Season 8 Five Years Later
Anderson discussed the contentious ending of Season 8 in a Men's Health interview five years following the finale. Anderson expected varied reactions to the finale, but he finds it exciting when artistic creations challenge assumptions and take chances unlike others. Anderson himself found the finale to be a joyful and satisfying Ending, even if he understands why some people were unhappy with some of its elements. His entire comment is below:
"This will be some real marmite as soon as we have the scripts. People will either adore or detest this. Actually, I find that to be really thrilling. My preferred kind of material is "This shouldn't work" or "This feels risky." To just toss the rule book out the window feels a little punk. Though I can see why some people were offended by some elements, I thought it was a quite interesting way to finish things, really. The same was true when I got the email asking me to record for a TV version of the highly popular film Interview the Vampire. Though they aimed for accuracy, many "90s movies based on novels were based on fiction. I felt, before reading the script, "This sounds generic and very risky." I then perused it and thought, "Oh, this is nuts. Incredible is this. Not only is it brilliantly written, but it also feels quite adventurous and unlike anything else being produced. I appreciate such kind of material. So, when I saw the scripts for the Game of Thrones Season 8, I said, "Cool, let's go. Let's do it; hence, a small demon resides within me.
The Game of Thrones Ending Did Not Deserve the Hate It Got
Though the ending of the Game of Thrones season 8 was quite divisive, it did not merit the hate and venom it received. Though some people were worried about the storyline, the last season was nevertheless an amazing visual feast with first-rate performances and production standards. Season 8 therefore received 32 Emmy nominations, the highest ever for a single television season, and 12 awards for Outstanding Drama Series and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for Peter Dinklage.
Though not every character had a happy ending, many of the major narratives closed appropriately. Sansa Stark was crowned Queen of the North, Arya Stark sailed to explore the uncharted territories west of Westeros, and Tyrion Lannister was once more made Hand of the King. At last, all of these major characters came to terms that mirrored their travels across the play.
Game of Thrones: Examining Closely
Game of Thrones originated on television thanks to David Benioff and D.B. Weiss based on George R. R. Martin's book "A Song of Ice and Fire. It chronicles the continuous struggle for dominance of the sought-after Iron Throne among the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros.
The show first aired on HBO in the United States on April 17, 2011, and soon rose to become among the most important event series of television's "Golden Age." The 38 Primetime Emmy Award winner, Game of Thrones, has drawn record-breaking viewers on HBO and boasts a dedicated, active worldwide fan following.
The Game of Kings Cast: Ensemble
Among television's best casts is Game of Thrones'. Many of the performers kept up outstanding performance until after the show finished.
The show appeals to fans. It is a favorite since the many characters in the show have unique stories. The production is really well-known, and the actors that starred in the show have done fantastic job.
The Ending: a divisive subject.
While some viewers were unhappy, others felt the ending fit. Anderson, for instance, saw as a bold and strong storytelling device what someone could consider as a depressing ending.
That much is clear: the Game of Thrones series is flourishing with the premiere of House of the Dragon season 2 on June 16 and several spin-offs are under development. The newest spinoffs of the show are a great addition since it would offer a fresh opportunity to explore more of the universe.
Gaming of Thrones Streaming
The show airs on Max.
Recently launching from Warner Bros. Discovery, Max is a new streaming service offering a wide range of content.
