Game of Thrones: The Complete Third Season [Blu-ray] [Targaryen]
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- Product Name: Game of Thrones: The Complete Third Season [Blu-ray] [Targaryen]
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Best Only Gets BETTER
After having read the first book several years ago, I was greatly please to hear that HBO would be doing a series based on the books. The acting, writing, cinematography, f/x, & just about everything else, are first rate. I seriously hope that HBO continues with the series all the way through, especially considering that there are supposed to be three more books forthcoming. I don't mind in the least that certain events covered in the previous/following book are occasionally moved around, to the following/previous season, as it helps to put things in a more accurate chronological timeline. I do, however, have one complaint, that being that certain events are changed enough to the point (when compared against the books) that I wonder how they will be resolved. A perfect case-in-point is the much-talked-about "Red Wedding". In the HBO series, King Robb's wife was present, and as such, her character is no longer alive. On the other hand, in the book, she was purposely left behind, so as to not cause undue umbrage to the Fray's, especially 'Lord' Walder Fray. As I start reading book 5, "A Dance With Dragons", knowing that her character is still alive, I wonder what changes the show's writers will make, considering they've already killed her off on the show. I have to admit that, no matter what changes have been made, of the three seasons (so far), season 3 was the best. Season 4 is to be the second half of the third book, yet I also wonder how the following 2-3 seasons will be handled, being that books 4 & 5 cover, for the most part, the same timeline, just with different characters being focuseded on (the last quarter of book 5, from what I understand, brings everything back together, and, one again, moves things forward). Would I recommend the purchase of Season 3 to others? Let me put it this way...on a scale of 1-10, my "should you purchase" recommendation is 12 (not even 11 isn't high enough).
Posted by Panther68
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Terrific Blu-ray of a Terrific Season of Televisio
As anybody who's caught up with this show will tell you, Season 3 was a high point. The status quo was shaken up in multiple storylines, and it should lead into an even more disruptive 4th season. Just on the merit of the show alone, this set is worth checking out. However, even outside of the quality of the series, this is a great blu-ray set. The picture is pristine, the uncompressed surround sound is top-notch, and they've continued to provide excellent animated "History and Lore" segments to flesh out the background of Westeros and its several houses/religions. Watching the show with the Interactive Guide, jumping into history segments when they're relevant to the story, is the best possible way to experience the story (outside of the books, arguably). If you've viewed prior seasons this way, just know that S3's segments are just as strong and consist of, IMO, even better animation. The only negative is that some of the features are a bit odd. For instance, I don't know how necessary a 15 minute summary of Season 2 is on a Season 3 set. This is far from subtraction by addition, though. This is one of the strongest season sets around, and worth far more than the $30 it cost in the first week of release.
Posted by rosssmiller
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Best Show on TV
Now that Breaking Bad has ended its run, the title of best show on TV (including Netflix shows) goes to Game of Thrones. It's the show that most consistently delivers satisfying episode after satisfying episode. And each season has gotten better. The third season will thrill you and leave you with one giant knot in your stomach. I was continually captivated by the Starks trying to unite, Tywin making a bold move, and Daenerys growing in strength. Yet, there is so much more. This show is one of the few shows that requires second and third viewings to fully appreciate the entire story. This speaks to the richness of George RR Martin's story and the ability of the two showrunners to capture most of its spirit. Definitely, get this series on blu-ray to enjoy to its fullest. I also really like the limited edition sigil covers. I got the Targaryen version because...well, you should watch to find out.
Posted by Zechamp
