In most shows, the second episode of the season is time for consolidation, properly setting up the character arcs for the year. Except this is Game of Thrones, they have more cast than a Very Best Of Cast CD, so we’re still getting everyone in shot. So, what’s up with Arya, Jamie and Bran? How … [Read more...]
Who are these people, and why do they keep shagging their siblings? Game of Thrones S3E1 – Dork Review
There’s no mercy in the medieval hell of Game of Thrones, for residents or viewers. With only a few cursory info-dumps, we’re thrown back among the population of Westeros as they get on with their lives, albeit with some changes after the clangy events of last season. Can this show live up to two … [Read more...]
UPDATE: WIN! WIN! Good news for UK Game of Thrones fans!
Blinkbox has announced a deal with HBO offering UK fans an exclusive opportunity to watch Season Two of Game of Thrones before it is released on DVD or Blu-ray early next year! This is the first chance anybody in the UK will have to own the as-yet unreleased season two of Game of … [Read more...]
Sky Anytime+: Video-on-demand launches
Tomorrow is the launch of Sky's video-on-demand (VoD) service, which will be rolling its way round all Sky+HD subscribers. The service is similar to the Anytime service already in place, but instead of programmes being downloaded automatically to your box, you'll be able to select the ones … [Read more...]