Adapted from George R.R Martin's best-selling, epic medieval fantasy series, ‘A song of fire and ice', Game of thrones was first adapted into a television series all the way back in 2011 by creators, David Benioff, and D.B Weiss.
Now, seven years later the show is not only one of TV's most-watched shows but also the most pirated television series to date, with numerous accolades to its credit.
So what exactly has audiences hooked to one of the most violent shows ever produced with over 150,600 on screen deaths from all sorts of bizarre practices, ranging from decapitation, stabbing, burning alive and even animal attacks? Or more importantly why aren’t audiences even remotely offended by the senseless objectification and exploitation of women and intense (often completely irrelevant and wholly excessive) sex and nudity frequently offered by the show…
The answer is, despite the shows unorthodox nature and gruesomeness, it’s a visual treat, and there simply hasn’t been anything this unique or intricate on television ever before, so here are all the reasons why you should binge-watch it, starting, right now!
The exotic locations and stunning cinematography
With a walloping budget of 100 million per season game of thrones is filmed all around the globe; from snow covered mountains of Iceland to Castell de Santa Florentino in the Spanish region of Catalonia, with some scenes also shot in Morocco, United States, and Canada. Naturally the result is exquisite, jaw-dropping camera work, crucial to the narrative process that leaves viewers craving for more.
The political power plays
Politics has never been this stimulating as game of thrones depicts political struggle, desperation to seek control, using vile, mind-boggling schemes and plots that you never see coming.
The unpredictability factor
Game of thrones is known for plot twists, anything, literally anything can happen on show with a fan-favorite characters being mercilessly sacrificed, which keeps audiences constantly on edge, praying for the fate of the characters they have been rooting for.
The distinctive characterization
Each character in the show is unique, from Lannister’s of Casterly Rock to Starks of Winterfell, members of each house have distinctive traits and qualities and even physical appearance, making every character stand out. This aided with brilliant casting has lead to chilling and intense performances that leave viewers awe-struck.
The CGI
Who doesn’t love fire breathing dragons or enormous dire wolves, not to mention insane ice zombies out to murder everyone. Remaining faithful to its fantasy genre the show depicts all the mythical creatures you can possibly think of, bringing them to life, with exceptionally well-crafted graphics that look ever-so-real.
So, if you aren’t already obsessed with the show like we are, go check it out already.
