A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms Showrunner Explains That Music Choice In The Premiere
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Key Points:
- The premiere of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" opened with a surprising scene where protagonist Dunk buries his master and then is shown relieving himself behind a tree, accompanied by the iconic "Game of Thrones" theme, sparking mixed reactions from viewers.
- Showrunner Ira Parker explained that the use of the "Game of Thrones" theme represents Dunk's internal call to greatness, contrasting with his unheroic and vulnerable reality in that moment.
- The scene was intended to highlight Dunk's complicated mindset, illustrating the daunting reality of pursuing heroic ambitions despite grand ideas.
- Some fans criticized the graphic nature of the scene, while others defended it as a realistic portrayal of Dunk's character; theories that it was a jab at previous
