Summary
- Targaryens depicted as tyrants in original novels.
- Challenge of portraying them as heroes in the film.
- Need for effective storytelling and character development.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Source | Guardian Culture |
| Published Date | 2026-03-06 |
← Docket
Entertainment
Perspective: The Game of Thrones movie is coming – but how are they going to make audiences root for the baddies?
Executive context: The early intel from George RR Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire novels paints the Targaryens as tyrants – so making them the heroes is going to require some hefty literary PR.
Editorial Staff1 min read