Game of Thrones has been one of the most exciting series in recent years, and this season is no exception. This season is especially significant, as it's based on the first half of what many consider the best (or at least most exciting) book yet. Once again, the production values are stellar, with an excellent cast and first-rate streamlining of the massive, sprawling novels. Lots of important events happen, including the one everyone is talking about. The only downside is that, being based on half a novel, it leaves many plot threads dangling, and there's a lack of a sense of completion that previous seasons have, with some characters, such as Oberyn Martell, completely absent (though I'm sure it will be rectified next season). Nudity and violence have always been a part of this show, and while there's as much violence as ever, the nudity seems much less common this time around, particularly when it concerns regulars. Too often, the camera remain at shoulder level when women go topless, or foreground objects will block the best bits. One cast member flat out refused to go naked, and it ruins the scene. Most of the nude scenes this time around are bit players. Still, don't let that ruin your enjoyment, and if you thought the nudity of past seasons was distracting, you'll like the change.

A period piece where Royal court intrigues are set in a world where Mother Nature is a powerful adversary! Winters can last decades! Into this backdrop...a melange of richly flawed and devious characters struggle for power and happiness. From a hapless woman who ultimately finds her courage by walking thru fire to command Dragons, to incestuous siblings who will stop at nothing to seize power and hide their forbidden secret! A realm torn by many warring kingdoms trying to lay claim to The Iron Throne! Each professing a legitimate claim...while outside forces plan their ultimate destruction! Where else can you have a sexy Evil sorceress, the Walking Frozen Dead, Giant Guardian Dire Wolves, Wholesale slaughter, Debauchery and Flying Fire Breathing Dragons? Right HERE! This is one awesome, pull-no-punches , thrill a minute- series for the ages!! CAN NOT WAIT FOR THE NEW SEASON!

I am a big fan of this show and a big fan of the book series it is based on. I picked up the books right after season 1 ended and couldn't stop reading them until I finished book 3, this book this one is based on. This show does a wonderful job of adapting all the things that make the book series so wonderful. If you are a fan of the show you will love this season. They have a very interesting and informative special feature regarding the 9th episode plus many other features that flesh the Realm out even further. Pros- Just as well written and acted as ever. Sets, designs, costumes, and locations look and feel just as varied as ever. Cons- I literally can't think of any. Except for each season should be at least one or two episodes longer to fit in more story or each episode should be a little longer. I can't recommend this bluray and series enough to anyone.

The 3rd season of GoT was, by far, the best. The ninth episode of each season is always pivotal, and this season was no exception. The Red Wedding episode is probably the best, most heartbreaking episode of television I've ever seen. The DVD/Blu-ray extras are a lot of fun. Interviews, behind-the-scenes, and special effects are a favorite of mine. The people behind GoT do not disappoint. As usual, the packaging is beautiful, especially the editions sold by Best Buy. Being able to buy a set with one of three house sigils (Lannister, Stark, Targaryen) was a difficult choice, but for those who couldn't choose, there was also the standard packaging. The best part of this deal was the pricing for what you get. I got the DVD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy for $29.99 + tax, and I couldn't be happier.

Brace yourselves, because you won't see it coming. Long have I contemplated whether to read the books (avid reader as well as movie watcher) and season 3 settled it for me. Knowing what happens by reading the books would make looking forward to new season on blu ray each year lose it's appeal. It's how we never know who will be killed next, that sells this series for me. Fantasy setting is only icing on a very tasty cake. Prepare to be amazed by this best so far season 4! Blu Ray edition could do with some extras, save for usual commentaries and backgrounds on some families, but in the end I don't buy those for that purpose, so it's pointless complaint.