House of the Dragon #game of thrones Game of Thrones movie reviews It seems like you're looking for reviews on the latest Game of Thrones spin-off, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms". This series is a prequel to the original show and has garnered attention from critics and audiences alike. Here's what they're saying: General Reception - Critics are praising the show's departure from the gritty tone of previous Game of Thrones series, with a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score. - Audiences are more divided, with a 69% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, with some finding the tone too comedic. Key Themes and Strengths - The show's strength lies in its character development, particularly the knight-squire duo of Ser Duncan "Dunk" The Tall and Egg, who are "instantly endearing" and capture the heart with their bond. - The series explores themes of honor, nobility, and chivalry, asking questions about what constitutes true valor. - The show's tone is described as "warm", "rooted", and "disarming", with a focus on character interactions and development rather than epic battles. Critic Quotes - "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a welcome return to Westeros that works better in the buddy-comedy arena rather than solely slaying its competition" - Rotten Tomatoes consensus - "A charming, brave departure from the ugly orchestrations, murders, manipulations, and endless power games synonymous with Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon" - Review from a critic What to Expect - The show has a more measured pace, focusing on character development and interactions rather than epic battles. - Expect humor, warmth, and wit, particularly in the interactions between Dunk and Egg. - The show's storyline is "neat and contained" while retaining connections to the larger Game of Thrones universe ¹ ² ³.