1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die - Science Fiction Fantasy Chronicles: forums

TK-421 · 26th May 2011, 06:50 PM

Synopsis:

Ned and Cersei have a meeting about Jon Arryn's death. Jon Snow takes his vows to become a man of the Night's Watch. Khal Drogo has an abrupt change of mind after an assassination attempt on Dany. King Robert is severely injured by a boar and must make decisions on the future of his kingdom.

Directed by: Daniel Minahan (also directed episode 6)

Boaz · 27th May 2011, 07:23 AM

My friend has mentioned at points in several episodes, "It's gonna hit the fan now!" or "Oh, now he's done it." or "Why did she do that? There's no coming back from that!" or "Holy smokes! It's on now." From his reactions, I judge that HBO is doing a decent job of presenting GRRM's shocking moments. I think his mind will be fried in the last four episodes.

svalbard · 27th May 2011, 03:56 PM

This is a cracking episode. Great interplay between Tywin and Jaime. Charles Dance looks perfect as Tywin and might just steal the show from Peter Dinklage. For those who are peeved off with the screen time of Roz....they could very well be outraged after this episode. I think she is great

The ending is perfect and even knowing what was to happen I was still shocked at it.

Wybren · 29th May 2011, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by svalbard

This is a cracking episode. Great interplay between Tywin and Jaime. Charles Dance looks perfect as Tywin and might just steal the show from Peter Dinklage. For those who are peeved off with the screen time of Roz....they could very well be outraged after this episode. I think she is great

The ending is perfect and even knowing what was to happen I was still shocked at it.

I agree, when I watched it, even though having read the books I knew what was going to happen, it was still a shock.

Dornish First Sword · 29th May 2011, 06:45 PM

I though the scene with Tywin was pure genius having the dialog fit perfectly with him "skinning a stag" at the same time as he talks about esentially replacing baratheon power with lanister power. Only downfall was tywin did not look right at all .

Boaz · 29th May 2011, 07:35 PM

DFS, I agree with you regarding Tywin's appearance. My apologies, svalbard, but Tywin should be bald. He should have obnoxiously huge sideburns.

That being said, I won't say anything else on the matter. It's an interpretation of a book brought to television. For Pete's sake, I'm already sarting to say Jay-me instead of Jaym. I'm not going to complain about a haircut.

Wiggum · 30th May 2011, 06:13 AM

Lol, Jaym?

Worst. Phonetic. Spelling. Ever.

Tywin stole the show.

As did Drogo.

I was ready to cross the Narrow Sea with him.

X'Nedra · 30th May 2011, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Wiggum

Lol, Jaym?

Worst. Phonetic. Spelling. Ever.

Tywin stole the show.

As did Drogo.

I was ready to cross the Narrow Sea with him.

I'm surprised Dani didn't present to him after his speech - hell, I would have!!

The Imp · 30th May 2011, 12:36 PM

I just watched epi 7, not having HBO GO.

I absoultely loved the Jaime-Tywin scene. Genius doesn't go fare enough when describing it.

The info-hump (I think it was ursa that coined that one) left me thinking that Roz is replacing Shae. Can anyone confirm this? It certainly clarified (for those who may have been ducking when the hammer was being pounded in previous episodes) Littlefinger's feelings about Cat.

The scene with Drogo was amazing. I was ready to jump on a ship and join him by the time he was done. One of the most powerful scenes of the season so far.

I loved jon and Sam taking their vows. i must admit that I got goosebumps and shed a tear or two watching them in front of the Weirwood

xLORDSNOWx · 30th May 2011, 01:07 PM

I was pumped up as well on the Drogo scene. He could have topped it off with a Triple H "crotch chop". Or a Aaron Rodgers belt simulation gesture. He quickly rose to one of my favorite characters in the series, and the look Dany had on her face sealed that scene. (I think the blank/dazed expressions are now over)

Side note: was watching with the wife (TVSOV**) and she was just as excited. (Didn't realize how much until later that night)

She did however pause when he said he'll rape their women, but the scene was delivered brilliantly.

The whole episode was awesome, and will be looking forward to the GRRM directed episode coming next week. We all know how great a writer he is, but hopefully, his previous experience directing will shine through. He does however have big shoes to fill as the main directors are doing one hell of a job.

** TVSOV = TV Series only viewer.

The Imp · 30th May 2011, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by xLORDSNOWx

I was pumped up as well on the Drogo scene. He could have topped it off with a Triple H "crotch chop". Or a Aaron Rodgers belt simulation gesture. He quickly rose to one of my favorite characters in the series, and the look Dany had on her face sealed that scene. (I think the blank/dazed expressions are now over)

Side note: was watching with the wife (TVSOV**) and she was just as excited. (Didn't realize how much until later that night)

She did however pause when he said he'll rape their women, but the scene was delivered brilliantly.

The whole episode was awesome, and will be looking forward to the GRRM directed episode coming next week. We all know how great a writer he is, but hopefully, his previous experience directing will shine through. He does however have big shoes to fill as the main directors are doing one hell of a job.

** TVSOV = TV Series only viewer.

My wife wasn't in love with the "rape the women" line either.

GRRM actually has a long history of writing for TV, rather than directing. I'm really hoping for a few things that I can only mention on the lit board's spoiler ection.

TK-421 · 30th May 2011, 04:21 PM

THIS WAS A FANTASTIC EPISODE!

Littlefinger, Jaime and Sam really shone through in this one.

Ned was played very well, as usual.

So was Joff.

I want to be Khal Drogo!!!

Ursa major · 30th May 2011, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Imp

The info-hump (I think it was ursa that coined that one) left me thinking that Roz is replacing Shae. Can anyone confirm this?

I did "invent" it, kind of, but only because I hadn't then seen its previous occurrences on the Web. (For obvious reasons, I didn't bother finding out what those previous occurrences were about.)

If you check the full cast list on imdb, you'll see that the part of Shae has been cast and will be played by Sibel Kekilli (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1402546/).

The Imp · 30th May 2011, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ursa major

I did "invent" it, kind of, but only because I hadn't then seen its previous occurrences on the Web. (For obvious reasons, I didn't bother finding out what those previous occurrences were about.)

If you check the full cast list on imdb, you'll see that the part of Shae has been cast and will be played by Sibel Kekilli (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1402546/).

That makes the Roz character even more aggravating then.

Mesanna · 30th May 2011, 10:23 PM

Favourite scene of this episode was Drogo, by a mile!

Loved the Jaime/Tywin scene too. I loved that at the start of that scene you see row upon row of crimson tents, so you know right away that you're in Lannister Land. Well done to the set designers!

26th May 2011, 06:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
TK-421 I Do Not Sow Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,469	1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die Synopsis: Ned and Cersei have a meeting about Jon Arryn's death. Jon Snow takes his vows to become a man of the Night's Watch. Khal Drogo has an abrupt change of mind after an assassination attempt on Dany. King Robert is severely injured by a boar and must make decisions on the future of his kingdom. Directed by: Daniel Minahan (also directed episode 6)

27th May 2011, 07:23 AM	#2 (permalink)
Boaz Thaphireth! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,326	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die My friend has mentioned at points in several episodes, "It's gonna hit the fan now!" or "Oh, now he's done it." or "Why did she do that? There's no coming back from that!" or "Holy smokes! It's on now." From his reactions, I judge that HBO is doing a decent job of presenting GRRM's shocking moments. I think his mind will be fried in the last four episodes.

27th May 2011, 03:56 PM	#3 (permalink)
svalbard Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ireland Posts: 747	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die This is a cracking episode. Great interplay between Tywin and Jaime. Charles Dance looks perfect as Tywin and might just steal the show from Peter Dinklage. For those who are peeved off with the screen time of Roz....they could very well be outraged after this episode. I think she is great The ending is perfect and even knowing what was to happen I was still shocked at it.

29th May 2011, 06:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
Dornish First Sword Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Australia, New South Wales Posts: 68	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die I though the scene with Tywin was pure genius having the dialog fit perfectly with him "skinning a stag" at the same time as he talks about esentially replacing baratheon power with lanister power. Only downfall was tywin did not look right at all .

29th May 2011, 07:35 PM	#6 (permalink)
Boaz Thaphireth! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,326	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die DFS, I agree with you regarding Tywin's appearance. My apologies, svalbard, but Tywin should be bald. He should have obnoxiously huge sideburns. That being said, I won't say anything else on the matter. It's an interpretation of a book brought to television. For Pete's sake, I'm already sarting to say Jay-me instead of Jaym. I'm not going to complain about a haircut.

30th May 2011, 06:13 AM	#7 (permalink)
Wiggum S.M.R.T. Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 883	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die Lol, Jaym? Worst. Phonetic. Spelling. Ever. Tywin stole the show. As did Drogo. I was ready to cross the Narrow Sea with him.

30th May 2011, 12:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
The Imp Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 4,451	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die I just watched epi 7, not having HBO GO. I absoultely loved the Jaime-Tywin scene. Genius doesn't go fare enough when describing it. The info-hump (I think it was ursa that coined that one) left me thinking that Roz is replacing Shae. Can anyone confirm this? It certainly clarified (for those who may have been ducking when the hammer was being pounded in previous episodes) Littlefinger's feelings about Cat. The scene with Drogo was amazing. I was ready to jump on a ship and join him by the time he was done. One of the most powerful scenes of the season so far. I loved jon and Sam taking their vows. i must admit that I got goosebumps and shed a tear or two watching them in front of the Weirwood

30th May 2011, 01:07 PM	#10 (permalink)
xLORDSNOWx Winter Is Coming Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 267	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die I was pumped up as well on the Drogo scene. He could have topped it off with a Triple H "crotch chop". Or a Aaron Rodgers belt simulation gesture. He quickly rose to one of my favorite characters in the series, and the look Dany had on her face sealed that scene. (I think the blank/dazed expressions are now over) Side note: was watching with the wife (TVSOV) and she was just as excited. (Didn't realize how much until later that night) She did however pause when he said he'll rape their women, but the scene was delivered brilliantly. The whole episode was awesome, and will be looking forward to the GRRM directed episode coming next week. We all know how great a writer he is, but hopefully, his previous experience directing will shine through. He does however have big shoes to fill as the main directors are doing one hell of a job. TVSOV = TV Series only viewer.

30th May 2011, 04:21 PM	#12 (permalink)
TK-421 I Do Not Sow Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,469	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die THIS WAS A FANTASTIC EPISODE! Littlefinger, Jaime and Sam really shone through in this one. Ned was played very well, as usual. So was Joff. I want to be Khal Drogo!!!

30th May 2011, 10:23 PM	#15 (permalink)
Mesanna Glad to be Geek Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: UK: SCOTLAND: Posts: 556	Re: 1.07 Game of Thrones - You Win or You Die Favourite scene of this episode was Drogo, by a mile! Loved the Jaime/Tywin scene too. I loved that at the start of that scene you see row upon row of crimson tents, so you know right away that you're in Lannister Land. Well done to the set designers!

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