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House of The Dragon–Ascending From The Ashes of Game of Thrones

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

How does House of The Dragon redeem the fall of Game of Thrones?…

April 2, 2024

Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower posing in front of a dragon for the new show 'House of the Dragon'.

A Woman’s Perspective on ‘House of the Dragon’

Why is HBO’s “House of the Dragon” series so successful and how does it differ from “Game of Thrones” in its handling of sensitive topics?…

November 8, 2022

A drawing of streaming services shows their logos in the trash

Discovery+ and HBO Max Merger Signals a Bigger Trend for Streaming Services

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

The decision to combine the two companies has shaken up the industry, but do the benefits outweigh the risks?…

August 22, 2022

In an article about the game "MultiVersus", a screenshot of gameplay with characters.

The Success of MultiVersus Proves That Smash Bros. Has Competition

Christian Simon, Kutztown University

The newest title from Warner Bros. is making waves, and it’s just getting started.…

August 13, 2022

A drawing of Eragon and his dragon is shown in somber hues of blue and purple.

Now 20 Years Old, ‘Eragon’ Remains a Brilliant Work of Fantasy

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

Christopher Paolini’s ‘The Inheritance Cycle,’ a series about dragons, magic and distant lands, uses detailed storytelling and worldbuilding to keep its following engaged two decades later.…

July 25, 2022

Photo of the characters from The Wheel of Time

‘The Wheel of Time’ Takes Center Stage as the Next Big Fantasy TV Series

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

Amazon Prime Video's new show aims to fill the large gap left by the conclusion of ‘Game of Thrones.'…

November 17, 2021

Jason Momoa Is the Only Sweet Thing About ‘Sweet Girl’

Fatima Sani, Rollins College

The action-thriller premiered on Netflix to mixed reviews, but audiences agreed on the star actor's exceptional performance.…

September 17, 2021

Illustration of Aragorn from "Lord of the Rings" holding a sword

Will the New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Prequels Live Up to Their Predecessors?

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

Prime Video hopes to incorporate elements of HBO’s hit 'Game of Thrones,' such as sex and violence, into its LOTR prequel series, but risks doing a disservice to its source material in the process.…

July 15, 2021

Conlanging Is a Complex but Worthwhile Tool for Storytelling

Joseph Gorzka III, University of Virginia

The art of constructing a language adds an extra dimension to world-building and allows deeper immersion into books, films and games.…

February 16, 2021

5 PC Games Worth Playing at the End of 2020

Emily Davies, Solent University

From the 'Game of Thrones'-esque Yes, Your Grace to the revolutionary Cyberpunk 2077, here are some games worth checking out from this year.…

December 15, 2020

‘Game of Thrones’ Is Getting a Prequel: Get Ready for ‘House of the Dragon’

Emily Davies, Solent University

HBO's wildly successful series ended with a bitter taste in some fans' mouths, but the new program has a chance to give them another glimpse into the fictional world they loved so much.…

October 15, 2020

Is ‘The Witcher’ the New ‘Game of Thrones’?

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

Both shows are based on beloved fantasy books, but are they comparable?…

March 14, 2020

Could ‘The Wheel of Time’ Be the Next ‘Game of Thrones’?

Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville

Amazon Prime hopes to ride the fantasy wave with a show based on this 14-book series.…

October 29, 2019

4 Modern Film Composers Who Are Better Than the Classics

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Classical music isn't dead, it's just evolved into something greater.…

August 2, 2019

4 Upcoming Lesser-Known Fantasy and Sci-Fi Adaptations

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

We might be approaching a golden age of TV sci-fi and fantasy.…

July 22, 2019

‘Bloodmoon’ Might Answer Unresolved Questions From ‘Game of Thrones’

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

Now if only George R. R. Martin would finish the book series ...…

July 12, 2019

Here Are the 6 Likeliest ‘Game of Thrones’ Spinoffs

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

The show might be finished, but its fans aren't.…

June 3, 2019

What’s Next for Emilia Clarke When ‘Game of Thrones’ Finishes?

Daniel Reed

The future is bright for the Queen of Dragons.…

May 10, 2019

3 ‘Game of Thrones’ Plot Points Where the TV Series Drastically Diverged from the Books

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

They screwed up Stannis, Lady Stoneheart and Tyrion, to start with.…

April 8, 2019

After seven seasons of questions, "GOT" fans will finally get the answers they deserve. (Illustration via Kell Kitsch, Deakin University)

What to Look Forward to in ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 8

Amanda Pfender, Gateway Technical College

Winter is here.…

February 18, 2019

Everything You Need to Know About ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 8

Casey LaValley, Ferris State University

Winter may be coming a bit later than expected.…

September 8, 2018

The 2018 Emmy Nominations: What You Need to Know

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Sandra Oh makes history, John Legend is a jack of all trades and so much Netflix.…

July 16, 2018

‘The Winds of Winter’ Release Date Is Still a Mystery After Seven Years

Erin Marie Winans, James Madison University

Winter is coming, but no one knows when.…

May 8, 2018

How the Casino Industry Takes Inspiration from TV and Film

Daniel Reed

With slots ranging in theme from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Family Guy,’ the casino industry is increasingly blending pop culture into their offerings.…

January 29, 2018

Imagining the Next Joker

Benny Diaz III, Southern New Hampshire University

A malevolent clown, a depraved bastard and a troubled boy: Are one of these actors sinister enough to channel the Clown Prince of Crime?…

November 6, 2017

Has ‘Game of Thrones’ Improved Its Treatment of Female Characters Since Season 1?

Kathryn Parker, Fordham University

Season 7 has been exciting, erratic and utterly spectacular, but has it paid off the character development for its female leads?…

September 6, 2017

5 Reasons Why You Should Binge-watch ‘Game of Thrones’ Before July 16

Karen Juarez, University of Illinois at Chicago

If you haven't gotten hooked on the series yet, this summer is the perfect time to catch up.…

May 30, 2017

Why the ‘Strong Female Character’ Doesn’t Represent Real Women

Lauren Diethelm, University of California at Santa Cruz

Screenwriters continue to develop unrealistic female characters who lack depth, emotion and inner strength.…

September 21, 2016

5 Things to Look Forward to in the Next Season of ‘Game of Thrones’

Shiloh McKinnon, Reed College

There will likely be some family reunions, though not all of them will be heartwarming.…

August 17, 2016

So We Know Who Jon Snow’s Parents Are: Now What?

Amy Garcia, Johns Hopkins University

Predictions, guesses, hopes and dreams about what ‘Game of Thrones’ has in store for next season.…

July 2, 2016

10 Worthwhile Fantasy Series That Aren’t “Game of Thrones”

Yasser Ali Nasser, Oxford College

With the show’s finale on the horizon, here are ten other series to tide you over till season seven.…

June 17, 2016

The Mother of Jon Snow: Wylla, Ashara or Lyanna?

Amy Garcia, Johns Hopkins University

The latest developments in the biggest 'Game of Thrones' mystery of them all.…

June 10, 2016

The Historical Precedents for “Game of Thrones”

Yasser Ali Nasser, Oxford College

The greatest irony of the show that critics have called “gratuitously” violent? Most of it is based on real historical events.…

April 26, 2016

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