Game of Thrones - Season 2 (2012) (season)
Directed by:
David PetrarcaScreenplay:
Vanessa TaylorCinematography:
Martin KenzieComposer:
Ramin DjawadiCast:
Peter Dinklage, Michelle Fairley, Emilia Clarke, Iain Glen, Charles Dance, Liam Cunningham, Jack Gleeson, Richard Madden, Sophie Turner, Maisie Williams, Stephen Dillane, Carice van Houten (more)VOD (4)
Plots(1)
Joffrey punishes Sansa for Robb's victories while Tyrion and Bronn scramble to temper the king's cruelty. Catelyn entreats Stannis and Renly to forego their ambitions and unite against the Lannisters. Dany and her exhausted khalasar arrive at the gates of Qarth, a prosperous city with strong walls and rulers who greet her outside them. Tyrion coerces a queen's man into being his eyes and ears. Arya and Gendry are taken to Harrenhal, where their lives rest in the hands of "The Mountain," Gregor Clegane. Davos must revert to his old ways and smuggle Melisandre into a secret cove. (Home Box Office)
(more)Reviews (2)
The creators kicked off the episode with an epic battle — too bad they didn't show it. The first time they pulled this trick, it was funny, but now, not so much. On the bright side, Daenerys finally made it across the desert. The HBO softcore scenes seem to have turned into some sadomasochistic stuff. I appreciated the clever torture scenes, Tyrion’s sharp dialogue, and Tywin’s assessment of the situation.
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This episode plays on a darker note. The tug-of-war for the royal throne between the brothers, Tyrion's pulling of strings around the queen, the lavish desert city and the final grim surprise in the bay. Unfortunately, so far these are rather hints, which are probably meant to seduce the viewer into watching more episodes. It's safe to assume we'll have something to look forward to in a few episodes. Again, another skipped/cut battle – this is becoming a trend that I firmly hope will not continue.
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