ButGeorge R. R. Martin’sworld, though spectacular and magical, is best known for its enthralling conflicts and drama.
The acting in this scene is understated, but exceptionally personal and character-driven.
Jace even humiliates Aegon by asking his wife and sister, Helaena (Phia Saban) to dance.
For a moment, it seemed that Viserys was able to start the mending process for his fractured family.
It makes for excellent television but isa heartbreaking confirmation that some wounds are too deepto simply close.
House of the Dragonis streaming now on Max, with Season 2 slated to premiere on June 16.
The reign of House Targaryen begins with this prequel to the popular HBO seriesGame of Thrones.Based on George R.R. Martin’sFire & Blood,House of the Dragonis set nearly 200 years beforeGame of Thrones, telling the story of the Targaryen civil war with King Viserys.
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