Jack Brandon, University of Michigan

For a series that has been so rich and layered in its earlier seasons, ‘Game of Thrones’ has become hollow in its final stretches.

Megan Schnese, University of Alaska, Anchorage

If the newest season feels a little weird to you, it’s probably for one of these reasons.

Shiloh McKinnon, Reed College

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