Vikings: Brutal and Bloodthirsty or Just a Misunderstanding?
During its first two seasons, the popular History Channel series Vikings triggered a vigorous debate among scholars and amateur historians about the show’s authenticity—particularly the gore and violence. But separating truth from fiction, it turns out, is harder than it sounds.
Netflix’s Marco Polo – Review of Season 1
The Netflix original series Marco Polo premiered on December 12th to mostly negative reviews. Here is why you should ignore them and give it a try.
Beowulf mini-series being created for television
A thirteen episode mini-series of Beowulf is being created by the the British broadcaster ITV.
High-Tech Feudalism: Warrior Culture and Science Fiction TV
“Richard ΠΙ with aliens” is how Cornell (102) describes “Sins of the Father,” an episode of Star Trek: TheNext Generation (hereafter TNG) in which the Klingon warrior Worf, son of Mogh, seeks to restore his family’s honour by exposing and challenging those responsible for falsely accusing his dead father of treason to the Klingon Empire.
The Hero’s Journey: Beowulf, Film, and Masculinity
Beowulf is one of many examples of a story that employs the rhetoric of the hero. The plight of the main character Beowulf is the focus of the tale, and the tasks that he must overcome throughout the course of the poem provide insight into the development of the character of the hero.
CONFERENCE: The Historical Novel Society – London 2014
My review of the recent Historical Novel Society conference that took place in London, England.
Natasha Mira finds her voice with Medieval Pop
‘I can finally say I feel at home with Medieval Pop as a sound and a brand that is 100% honest with myself.’
Viking Human Sacrifices: Hollywood vs Reality
In his article, ‘Plastic Pagans: Viking Human Sacrifice in Film and Television’, Harry Brown notes a very key difference between how it is being portrayed and how it was in reality.
The Transformers and the Middle Ages
‘My dear girl, I find it hard to believe that my data bank dates your costume to 542 A.D.’ – ‘Fashion is always a year behind Camelot out here in the countryside.’
How Would You Die in Game of Thrones?
The fight for the Iron Throne has left more more than a few characters killed – would you lose your head, or get poisoned by your wine cup? Take this quiz and find out how you would die in Game of Thrones!
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 9: The Watchers on the Wall
‘Nothing makes the past a sweeter place to visit than the prospect of imminent death.’
Which Game of Thrones Castle Should Be Your Home?
Winter is coming – so which great Westeros Stronghold will you choose to keep warm when the cold winds blow? Take the quiz and find out!
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 8: The Mountain and the Viper
A classic duel between good and evil!
Quiz: Who is this Character in Game of Thrones?
Try this quiz to see if you know the names of 30 characters from the show Game of Thrones
Which Game of Thrones Woman Are You?
Daenerys Targaryen, Arya Stark, Brienne of Tarth, Margaery Tyrell, Ygritte the Wildling, and Cersei Lannister. Take this quiz to find out which Game of Thrones woman you are most like!
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 7: Mockingbird
Even a show that spends most of its time setting up future episodes offers the viewer a lot to enjoy!
Would You Be Able to Claim the Iron Throne?
Something a little fun for our fans of Game of Thrones! Sadly, I was too nice to rule Westeros ~ PK
Galavant: ‘Spamalot meets Princess Bride’
The American television network ABC has unveiled a trailer for the upcoming series Galavant.
Staging Medievalisms: Touching the Middle Ages through Contemporary Performance
Examining the Middle Ages through modern eyes: movies, TV, stage, tourism and books. How do we perform the Middle Ages?
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 6: The Laws of Gods and Men
Tyrion goes on trial as we catch up on some of the other storylines in Game of Thrones.
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 5: First Of His Name
This week’s episode of Game of Thrones sees the end of Craster’s Keep, and continues to advance the various plotlines.
The Arthurian Legend on the small screen: Starz’ Camelot and BBC’s Merlin
The story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table has endured for a thousand years. It has been told and retold countless times, in novel form, as poetry, on stage, and on screen.
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 4: Oathkeeper
After missing a week from being on the road in the United Kingdom, and I have come back to catch up on what’s happening in Westeros.
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 2: The Lion and the Rose
This week’s episode of Game of Thrones gives many viewers what they have been hoping to see for a very long time…
Ten Thoughts on Game of Thrones, Season 4 Episode 1: Two Swords
I take a look at the season premiere of Game of Thrones