4 years, 4 months ago

Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke improvised an entire Daenerys speech in a fictional language

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke improvised an entire monologue delivered in “Valyrian” while shooting a scene in season five, director Jeremy Podewsa has revealed. Podeswa applauded Clarke – who famously portrayed Daenerys Targaryen on the hit HBO series – for delivering a monologue on the spot in a wholly fictional language. “There’s usually a lot of preparation for that sort of thing and so much consideration that goes into it and she had quite a big monologue before she sets the guy on fire,” said Podeswa. He recalled:“I went over to Emilia and I was like, ‘I know this is a really big ask, but do you think you could figure out a way to do this in Valyrian?’ She said, ‘Yeah, sure, I think I can do this.’ And I’m all, ‘Really?’ “Then she went off and cobbled together things that had said in the past that made sense.

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1 year, 2 months ago

6 deserving actors who never won an Emmy award: From Emilia Clarke to Steve Carell

Hindustan Times

The Emmys are often criticized for repeatedly honouring the same shows and actors, leading to some individuals experiencing the unfortunate pattern of continuous losses. Emilia Clarke, Steve Carell, and Keri Russell Every year, the list of stars who have shockingly never won an Emmy award continues to expand. Actor Jason Alexander Emilia Clarke Despite delivering an acclaimed portrayal of Daenerys …

2 years, 2 months ago

Emilia Clarke reunites with Game of Thrones co-star Jason Momoa and ‘feels like a Khaleesi’

The Independent

2 years, 2 months ago

Emilia Clarke reveals why she ‘can’t’ watch House of the Dragon

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Game of Thrones star Emilia …

2 years, 6 months ago

‘Game of Thrones’ fumbled Daenerys’ story. ‘House of the Dragon’ is making amends

LA Times

Warning: The following contains spoilers from Episode 4 of “House of the Dragon,” “King of the Narrow Sea.” “House of the Dragon’s” young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen is a lucky girl. We’re only at the fourth episode of the HBO prequel series, and already there are hints that Rhaenyra possesses Daenerys Targaryen’s dragon-riding prowess and warrior heart, Cersei Lannister’s scheming talents …

2 years, 7 months ago

Game of Thrones star Nathalie Emmanuel shares her view on House of the Dragon

The Independent

2 years, 7 months ago

House of the Dragon viewers spot ‘subtle homage’ to Game of Thrones character

The Independent

2 years, 7 months ago

TV CEO Insults Emilia Clarke In Front Of 'Game Of Thrones' Fans — And It Does Not Go Well

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING An Australian television company has apologized after its chief executive referred to actor Emilia Clarke as a “short, dumpy girl” at a premiere this week. Foxtel CEO Patrick Delany made the eyebrow-raising remark before a screening of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” spinoff series, “House of the Dragon,” on Tuesday. According to Australian news outlet Crikey, Delany was …

2 years, 7 months ago

Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon star reveals strange way cast were made to audition for spinoff

The Independent

2 years, 9 months ago

Game of Thrones: Emilia Clarke confirms existence of Jon Snow spin-off

The Independent

2 years, 9 months ago

Emilia Clarke confirms Game of Thrones co-star Kit Harington's new sequel series

Daily Mail

Three years after Game of Thrones' epic finale, reports surfaced last week that HBO is putting together a sequel series following Kit Harington's Jon Snow. Confirmed: Three years after Game of Thrones' epic finale, reports surfaced last week that HBO is putting together a sequel series following Kit Harington's Jon Snow. It's happening,' Clarke said in her interview The original …

3 years, 8 months ago

Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke and Iain Glen reunite on social media

The Independent

4 years, 5 months ago

I Know How I Felt About the Ending When I First Read it: Emilia Clarke on Game of Thrones

News 18

HBO’s Game of Thrones – a series based on George RR Martin’s novels of the same name – took the world by storm over its ten-year run through eight seasons. While the series remained top of the charts and received many awards too, its final season caused quite the dividing stir among its very large fanbase. Daenerys Targaryen’s character transformation …

4 years, 5 months ago

Emilia Clarke would ‘fight back’ against Game of Thrones makers over Daenerys’ villainous twist: ‘Don’t tell me what to do with my girl’

Hindustan Times

Actor Emilia Clarke has given multiple indications that she wasn’t fully on board with the direction her Game of Thrones character, Daenerys Targaryen was sent in the show’s final season. So I’m going to give you that and I really pray that you take that in the edit.’” Emilia had previously told The Sunday Times in an interview, “I knew …

4 years, 5 months ago

Happy Birthday Emilia Clarke: These Pics are Proof That She is One in a Million

News 18

British actress Emilia Clarke, who turns 34 today, is renowned to play Khaleesi in the hit HBO show Game of Thrones which ran for eight seasons. Most recently, Clarke was seen playing Nina in Anya Reiss’ modernisation of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull play, directed by Jamie Lloyd, which was performed from March 2020 to May 2020 at Playhouse Theatre. Farewell …

4 years, 5 months ago

Emilia Clarke reveals how she ‘fought back’ against Game of Thrones bosses: ‘Don’t tell me what to do with my girl'

The Independent

4 years, 6 months ago

Game of Thrones' Emilia Clarke Reveals On-set Perks Male Co-stars Enjoyed

News 18

Emilia Clarke essayed Daenerys Targaryen in the hit HBO series, Game of Thrones, alongside Kit Harington, Alfie Allen and Peter Dinklage until its final last year. In a rather interesting revelation, the 33-year-old stated that whilst the male co-stars had special cooling features installed for their costumes, the women were not privy to anything close. It’s too hard, I’ve got …

4 years, 8 months ago

Emilia Clarke shut down male co-star for Nathalie Emmanuel comment on Game of Thrones set

The Independent

5 years, 4 months ago

Post Game of Thrones, Emilia Clarke says no to nude scenes

India Today

Actress Emilia Clarke said she has been pressured and coaxed to say 'yes' to nude scenes on projects following her role as Daenerys Targaryen on the Game of Thrones, where she was occasionally seen nude. "I'm a lot savvier with what I'm comfortable with, and what I am okay with doing," Clarke said in a recent episode of Dax Shepard's …

5 years, 4 months ago

Emilia Clarke praises nurses who helped her recover from brain aneurysm as ‘unsung heroes’

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Emilia Clarke has praised the nurses and paramedics who took care …

5 years, 9 months ago

Game of Thrones director Miguel Sapochnik addresses controversial Daenerys Targaryen scenes

Daily Mail

Exactly one month after the series finale of Game of Thrones, one of the show's directors, Miguel Sapochnik, addresses the controversy surrounding Daenerys Targaryen and her destructive decisions. Thrones director: Exactly one month after the series finale of Game of Thrones, one of the show's directors, Miguel Sapochnik, addresses the controversy surrounding Daenerys Targaryen and her destructive decisions No question: …

5 years, 10 months ago

'Game Of Thrones' Stars Had Most Relatable Response To That Arya Stark Bombshell

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Warning: “Game of Thrones” spoilers below: The cast of “Game of Thrones” reacted just as many viewers did after finding out that Arya Stark was going to kill the Night King in the final season of the epic fantasy drama. Stars including Kit Harington, Sophie Turner, Emilia Clarke, Isaac Hempstead Wright and Lena Headey cheered, clapped, punched …

5 years, 10 months ago

Emilia Clarke reveals she watched Hitler videos to prepare for her Game of Thrones finale speech

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Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke revealed that she was a nervous wreck ahead of shooting the scene and spent innumerable hours practicing her lines. Emilia Clarke has said she studied dictators and powerful world leaders, one of them being Adolf Hitler, for her last speech as Daenerys Targaryen in the season finale of Game of Thrones. The actor, who …

5 years, 10 months ago

Emilia Clarke talks Daenerys' shocking fate at end of Game of Thrones

Daily Mail

The final episode of Game of Thrones aired on Sunday to much controversy over the direction the HBO series had moved in and concluded. In a special issue this week Entertainment Weekly spoke to some of the cast during the final stages of filming where Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington, Peter Dinklage and others reflected on their character's arcs. Kit said …

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones stars Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington defend controversial finale: ‘You were in denial about Daenerys’

Hindustan Times

The signs were always there, say Game of Thrones stars Emilia Clarke and Kit Harington about Daenerys Targaryen shocking villainous turn in the final season, which has divided fans and resulted in the most conflicted reviews the show has ever received. This show has always been about power and, more than ever, it’s an interesting illustration that people in pursuit …

5 years, 10 months ago

Emilia Clarke feared 'idol' Beyoncé was 'going to hate her'

Daily Mail

Plenty of celebrities shared their thoughts on Sunday night's controversial Game Of Thrones finale. Celeb reactions: Fans far and wide shared their diverse reactions to the Game of Thrones series finale, including several social media savvy celebs who chimed in with their thoughts Mindy chimes in: Actress/writer Mindy Kaling tweeted a snap of Fozzie Bear looking dismayed, stating, 'When you're …

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones stars pay emotional tribute to HBO's mammoth fantasy series as finale episode airs

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Game of Thrones stars Sophie Turner, Gwendoline Christie, Liam Cunningham Jacob Anderson and John Bradley among others posted emotional tributes to the show. Kristofer Hivju View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kristofer Hivju on May 19, 2019 at 10:33am PDT Kristofer Hivju posted an appreciation status for Gwendoline Christie for “her brilliant performance as the warrior, the …

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones Season 8 finale: I cried and went for a walk, says Emilia Clarke on Daenerys Targaryen's death

India Today

Daenerys Targaryen was stabbed to death by Jon Snow in the final episode of Game of Thrones 6 leaving fans of the character utterly shocked. Clarke went for a walk after going through the script that she electronically received, from her arrival at Winterfell, discovering Jon Snow's parentage, battle against Night King, losing friends Ser Jorah Mormont, Missandei, betrayal of …

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones: Elizabeth Olsen recalls 'terrible' audition for Daenerys Targaryen role

The Independent

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones: Emilia Clarke reveals she knew about Daenerys Targaryen’s character arc two years ago

Firstpost

Disclaimer: This article contains major spoilers from Game of Thrones season 8 episode 5. For our full coverage on Game of Thrones season 8, Game of Thrones ’ final season has led to a lot of debate among die-hard fans. At The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Stop MS fundraising appeal in London, Emilia Clarke revealed that she had known about …

5 years, 10 months ago

Daenerys Targaryen aka Emilia Clarke reacts to her 'Mad Queen' avatar in Game of Thrones

India TV News

While the fans waited eagerly for Game of Thrones season 8, many of them are left disappointed after their favourite character Daenerys Targaryen has gone full mad queen in the last episode The Bells. @gameofthrones @hbo #soshockingitblewmywigoff" On the other hand, Game of Thrones' directors DB Weiss and David Benioff explained why they turned Dany into a violent mad queen. …

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones season 8 star Emilia Clarke responds to coffee cup gaffe in episode 3

The Independent

5 years, 10 months ago

Possible Game of Thrones episodes 5 and 6 plot details leak online, reveal major deaths, shocking twists, champion of Iron Throne

Hindustan Times

Detailed plot outlines for the upcoming final two episodes of HBO’s Game of Thrones have reportedly been leaked on Reddit. What adds to the post’s credibility is that it nailed specific plot details from the fourth episode, such as Missandei’s beheading and the death of Rhaegal at the hands of Euron Greyjoy. WATCH: Game of Thrones stars reveal their favorite …

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones season 8, episode 4 director says he’s scared about what Daenerys does next

The Independent

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones season 8: Iain Glen reveals what Daenerys whispered in Ser Jorah's ear

The Independent

5 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones season 8 episode 4: Arya’s decision is a callback to season one

The Independent

5 years, 11 months ago

Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke pokes fun at Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow

Daily Mail

The eighth and final season of Game of Thrones is well underway. And Emilia Clarke poked fun at Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow's newly discovered relationship when she posted a 'family portrait' with co-star Kit Harington to Instagram on Tuesday. Joker: Emilia Clarke poked fun at Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow's newly discovered relationship when she posted a 'family portrait' …

5 years, 11 months ago

Game of Thrones: Cast makes appearance on SNL; host Kit Harington grilled to reveal finale spoilers

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The final season of Game of Thrones begins airing on HBO from 14 April. The cast of the HBO show recently made an appearance on the classic Saturday Night Live. 👀 #SNL pic.twitter.com/KIQ1bdyZI4 — Saturday Night Live - SNL April 7, 2019 Harington’s hilarious monologue began with the 32-year-old actor joking about the New York Yankees and his own acting …

5 years, 11 months ago

Emilia Clarke Reveals 'Game Of Thrones' Tactic She Used To Fight Brain Aneurysms

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Emilia Clarke revealed she turned to “Game of Thrones” to fight her life-threatening brain aneurysms. The British actress, who plays Daenerys Targaryen in HBO’s epic fantasy drama, told “The Late Show” host Stephen Colbert on Tuesday that she attempted to remember lines from the show in an attempt to ward off potential damage to her brain. Clarke …

6 years ago

Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke shocks fans, says she had two brain surgeries after season 1

Hindustan Times

Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke suffered two nearly fatal brain aneurysms and two surgeries in the early years of filming the hit series, she said in an essay published Thursday. She was 24 at the time of her first brain surgery, and said the recovery period in which she could not even recall her own name -- a condition …

6 years ago

Game Of Thrones' Emilia Clarke reveals she broke down while filming her last scene

Daily Mail

She's set to play the role of Daenerys Targaryen one last time when the hotly-anticipated final series of Game Of Thrones airs in April. Emotional: Emilia Clarke has revealed she burst into tears when she delivered a speech after filming her last scene on Game Of Thrones in a new interview with Harper's Bazaar Star Wars actress Emilia, who has …

6 years, 1 month ago

Emilia Clarke says Game of Thrones season 8 will shock the audience

Hindustan Times

Actor Emilia Clarke has teased there is “a very good reason” why the makers Game of Thrones took their time with the last season of the hit show. The 32-year-old actor, known for playing the iconic role of Daenerys Targaryen in the HBO series, said the eighth and final season will “shock people”. I know there’s going to be some …

6 years, 8 months ago

Emilia Clarke goes make-up free as she grabs a coffee

Daily Mail

She's known for dazzling the style brigade on the red carpet in her haute couture look. The Me Before You actress looked chic as she slipped into a high-waisted blue and white striped midi skirt with white button detailing down the middle. Stepping out: Emilia Clarke, 31, showcased her off-duty style in a summery ensemble as she grabbed a coffee …

6 years, 9 months ago

Queen Daenerys Targaryen aka Emilia Clarke bids farewell to Game of Thrones

India TV News

Queen Daenerys Targaryen aka Emilia Clarke from the Game of Thrones has bid farewell to her home away from home. She wrote, "Hopped on a boat to an island to say goodbye to the land that has been my home away from home for almost a decade," Clarke wrote with the post below. A few of Clarke's Game of Thrones …

6 years, 9 months ago

Game of Thrones stars Emilia Clarke, Jason Momoa reunite at cast party, recreate Dirty Dancing lift on Iron Throne

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Emilia Clarke, who plays Daenerys Targaryen on the show, and her former TV husband Jason Momoa took to Instagram and shared footage of their reunion. Emilia Clarke, who plays Daenerys Targaryen on the show, and her former TV husband Jason Momoa, took to Instagram on Sunday and shared footage of their reunion. Aloha j 545k Likes, 5,123 Comments - Jason …

6 years, 9 months ago

Emilia Clarke, Jason Momoa reunite on Game of Thrones sets, fans speculate

Hindustan Times

Game of Thrones stars Emilia Clarke and Jason Momoa had a reunion on Sunday, and pictures of the two of them were shared online by Clarke, who is currently shooting for the show’s final season. Emilia Clarke plays Daenerys Targaryen in the hit fantasy television show, and Jason Momoa found fame after playing her husband, Khal Drogo in the show’s …

6 years, 10 months ago

Game of Thrones season 8 might explore Daenerys Targaryen's death; Emilia Clarke's absence from sets spark rumours

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Game of Thrones season 8 will mark a closure to the HBO epic drama that has become the world’s most sought-after TV spectacle over the years. It is known that the studio is taking all relevant measures to make sure the climax of the upcoming season isn’t leaked, they are reportedly shooting multiple endings in order to maintain secrecy. Now …

6 years, 10 months ago

Emilia Clarke on Game of Thrones finale: It feels like I am preparing to leave home, sad and scary

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Emilia Clarke says that the temperature on set changed dramatically after men like Harvey Weinstein, Brett Ratner and Kevin Spacey were brought to the book Games of Thrones star Emilia Clarke is at Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Most of Clarke’s time is being invested in the final season of HBO’s Game of …

6 years, 11 months ago

Watch: Emilia Clarke gives a 'guided tour' of Game of Thrones' season 8 set; teases spoilers

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When HBO’s Game of Thrones season 8 premieres in 2019, it will probably make for the biggest spectacle in the history of world television. Especially, with season 7’s piracy debacle, the makers of the show are taking stringent measures to keep every minute information about the upcoming season 8 under wraps. But, little do they know that actress Emilia Clarke …

7 years, 7 months ago

Daenerys Targaryen takes on Lannisters in Game Of Thrones

Daily Mail

It was the Westerosi version of a great train robbery. Wagon train: It was as if the telly classic had come to life as they tried to get their loot back to King's Landing Charge of the flight brigade: But then Daenerys rode her faithful pet Drogon into battle Soiling their armour: Jaime Lannister and Ser Bronn of the Blackwater …

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