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nating look at translating the novels into a TV show; this is always a challenge, and those behind the show explain how they approached the project, and whether they were apprehensive about adapting such a beloved series of books. As well as this, there is a look at how the language of Khal Drogo and the Dolthraki warriors was created and a look Inside the Night’s Watch; an examination of those charged with protecting The Wall. Game of Thrones is a sprawling political drama, which has the added element of magic and the unknown. It is always a challenge to bring an existing fantasy series to life on screen, but due to the quality of the production – from acting to writing to set design and everything in between – Game of Thrones draws viewers into the political intrigue of this fictional land. Alliances change as quickly as they are formed and the story twists and turns; keeping the audience enthralled. There is plenty for fans and new comers alike in this five-disc DVD edition of Season One, and enough to keep enthusiasts of drama and fantasy alike going until Season Two reaches our screens later this year.
Brogan Hayes
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