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Inside ‘House of the Dragon’ Part 2: “It’s a Powerful, Dark, Shakespearean Tragedy”

The two-part report continues on the set of ‘Dragon’: The cast opens up about their characters, the showrunners explain how the new series tackles issues of race and sexual violence, and a look at the franchise’s future. Plus, the show’s new official trailer. After HBO spent years searching to find the ideal successor series to the king of its platform, network executives picked a story … Continue reading Inside ‘House of the Dragon’ Part 2: “It’s a Powerful, Dark, Shakespearean Tragedy”

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Inside ‘House of the Dragon’ Part 2: “It’s a Powerful, Dark, Shakespearean Tragedy”

The two-part report continues on the set of ‘Dragon’: The cast opens up about their characters, the showrunners explain how the new series tackles issues of race and sexual violence, and a look at the franchise’s future. Plus, the show’s new official trailer. After HBO spent years searching to find the ideal successor series to the king of its platform, network executives picked a story … Continue reading Inside ‘House of the Dragon’ Part 2: “It’s a Powerful, Dark, Shakespearean Tragedy”

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‘House of the Dragon’ Showrunners Didn’t Want ‘Another Bunch of White People’ in ‘Game of Thrones’ Spinoff

We wanted to find a way to put diversity in the show,  but we didn’t want to do it in a way that felt like it was an afterthought or, worse, tokenism. ~ Ryan Condal, Co-showrunner “House of the Dragon” is already righting a “Game of Thrones” misstep. The upcoming spinoff prequel series has a more racially diverse cast, including an elite Black family comprising … Continue reading ‘House of the Dragon’ Showrunners Didn’t Want ‘Another Bunch of White People’ in ‘Game of Thrones’ Spinoff

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Wil Johnson as knight Ser Vaemond Velaryon in House of Dragons

Looks like we will see our old friend, Wil Johnson, in a new role. Whoo-Hoo!! I was first introduced to him in Outlander as Dr. Joe Abernathy, Dr. Claire Randall’s best friend from medical school. Later, I had the pleasure of interviewing him. He will play knight Ser Vaemond Velaryon in HBO’s upcoming House of Dragons!! I do hope he has a recurring role. I … Continue reading Wil Johnson as knight Ser Vaemond Velaryon in House of Dragons

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Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S5 Epi5

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S5 Epi5 – Perpetual Adoration Written by Alyson Evans and Steve Kornacki | Directed by Meera Menon This conversation is between Blacklanderz Evelyn, Amanda and Tqwana. Arranged and edited by Vida. A: I love seeing the clues in the credits. The architectural digest I believe refers to Brianna. There’s a medical journal for Claire. The romance novel is clearly a nod to … Continue reading Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S5 Epi5

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The stars of Waking the Dead on their new prequel drama – and why the show could be coming back to TV

Sue Johnston, Claire Goose, Holly Aird, Wil Johnson and creator Barbara Machin spill the secrets of the crime drama’s revival. Waking the Dead was a show that went before its time. In 2011, when the final episode aired, it was still pulling in seven million viewers, proof that the audience certainly hadn’t grown tired of its groundbreaking mix of police procedure, psychology and forensics. There … Continue reading The stars of Waking the Dead on their new prequel drama – and why the show could be coming back to TV

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BBC’s Waking the Dead is coming back… but there’s a twist

BBC One’s popular police procedural drama Waking the Dead is making a comeback – but not in the way you’d expect. Rather than a full TV series, series creator Barbara Machin has written a new five-part story called ‘The Unforgiven’ that will air on Radio 4 and explore how the Cold Case Unit first came together. The prequel series will feature a new case set … Continue reading BBC’s Waking the Dead is coming back… but there’s a twist

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How Outlander Has Avoided The Stereotypes Of Its Source Material

With Outlander Season 3 introducing the first characters/actors of color, this article is so timely. Many have wondered how they would be portrayed on the show, including me (Vida). Tyrese Coleman tackles the touchy subject of stereotypes/caricatures found in the book characters of Dr. Joe Abernathy (played by Wil Johnson) and Mr. Willoughby (played by Gary Young) by comparing them to the version we now … Continue reading How Outlander Has Avoided The Stereotypes Of Its Source Material

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Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S3 Epi5

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S3 Epi5 – Freedom & Whiskey  Directed by Brendan Maher      Written by Toni Graphia   This conversation is between Blacklanderz Lorinda, Jean and Vida. Edited by Vida. FEAR | FAITH | CHANGE | ELATION Lorinda:  As I viewed Freedom & Whisky, I watched friends and family help each other conquer their fears, have faith to face their fears and finally accept the … Continue reading Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S3 Epi5

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Outlander | Blacklanderz® Interview with Wil Johnson: Insight into Dr. Joe (EXCLUSIVE)

Wil Johnson made his American debut when his character, Joe Abernathy, stepped onto the screen in Outlander S3 Epi 3, All Debts Paid. Being the first Black (‘Negro’) male in Harvard Medical School’s anatomy class and Claire Randall, being the first female, the two quickly became confidants and forged a lasting friendship. There are interviews of Wil discussing specific scenes from Outlander and even one that found … Continue reading Outlander | Blacklanderz® Interview with Wil Johnson: Insight into Dr. Joe (EXCLUSIVE)

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Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S3 Epi4

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S3 Epi4 – Of Lost Things Directed by Brendan Maher      Written by Toni Graphia   T: Aww! He’s making a Sawny! It’s an adorable, yet gripping way to start the episode. This conversation is between Blacklanderz Iris (has not read the books), Marva and Tami. Edited by Vida – Again, she interrupts here and there; she just can’t help herself! 2nd … Continue reading Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S3 Epi4

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BTS Photos: Outlander S3 Epi3

So, David Berry took over the Outlander Starz IG account. See Behind the Scene photos. ~Enjoy! @caitrionabalfe preps to be a girl boss. [And yes, Wil Johnson . . . watching.] Playing a little game of ‘I Spy, Mac Dubh’ to pass the time. –@mrdavidberry What’s the secret to playing John Grey? These two women from costume and make-up, who have the tough job of … Continue reading BTS Photos: Outlander S3 Epi3

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Outlander death: How Joe Abernathy actor prepped for that pivotal scene

When Wil Johnson, as Joe Abernathy, was preparing to tell Claire (Caitriona Balfe) that her husband Frank died in a car crash, Outlander director Brendan Maher gave the English actor a much-appreciated bit of advice: Don’t rush the news. Play it in “real time, not actor time,” Johnson told Outlander Live! on EW Radio. I was so nervous doing it because of the magnitude. There are only … Continue reading Outlander death: How Joe Abernathy actor prepped for that pivotal scene

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