Willard/Mitt Lannister Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 I think that it is plausible that he could play either a Greyjoy uncle or Merrett Frey. (I still like him for Randyll Tarly)But, the question I have is why they would keep the Greyjoy uncle under wraps? On the other hand, why would they give Merrett Frey to a big name actor when they just need someone to say a few lines, wiggle, and die? I hope he isn't Bloodraven, but at this point I dk. It seems the most likely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmmaoftheCanals Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 This how I think they'll explain the backstory, not flashbacks per se, but extended dream sequences during Bran's training.If they're planning something along these lines, it could explain the secrecy about Gatiss's role...I also agree that Merett Frey might be too small a role for him. I can even see them cutting the scene and revealing Lady Stonehart at a different time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mother of Mountains Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 If they're planning something along these lines, it could explain the secrecy about Gatiss's role...I think they're accelerating Brans storyline, partly so they don't have cope with two Stark boys wandering around in the wilderness for too long, but also to cope with Isaacs increasing size, it'll be easier to cover up when they get a prosthetic tree on him. That's why we'll see Bloodraven so early in the story and why Bran's training will be extended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Luke. Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Mark Gatiss = Merrett FreyCorrect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Luke. Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I think that it is plausible that he could play either a Greyjoy uncle or Merrett Frey. (I still like him for Randyll Tarly)I like him for Randyll as well, but he wouldn't have mentioned that he needed hair for that part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Roberto Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I like him for Randyll as well, but he wouldn't have mentioned that he needed hair for that part.Maybe they put hair on Randyll, like Syrio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willard/Mitt Lannister Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Maybe they put hair on Randyll, like Syrio?Nah, I think Ser Luke is unfortunately right.For all the people who are certain he is M. Frey, why? I personally think that is a lot less likely than BR because they wouldn't pick a big name actor for a guy whose only role is to call Stoneheart a bitch and writhe in a noose until he dies. We won't get any of the internal monologue from his epilogue, and they will have to cut his dialogue back a bit for time's sake. I don't see why a guy like Gatiss, who is a moderately successful and recognized actor, would take a tiny role like that. But, maybe I am missing something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vengeance Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Nah, I think Ser Luke is unfortunately right.For all the people who are certain he is M. Frey, why? I personally think that is a lot less likely than BR because they wouldn't pick a big name actor for a guy whose only role is to call Stoneheart a bitch and writhe in a noose until he dies. We won't get any of the internal monologue from his epilogue, and they will have to cut his dialogue back a bit for time's sake. I don't see why a guy like Gatiss, who is a moderately successful and recognized actor, would take a tiny role like that. But, maybe I am missing something.Well, he's not that big a name really and it may just be a case of him telling his agent to get him a cameo role because he's so keen on the show. Lots of established British actors have been gagging to get involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vengeance Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Sir Ian McKellen, one of the finest actors in the world, had a short role on Coronation Street a few years ago simply because it's such an established part of British television culture and he'd wanted to get involved for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyJoe Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I think he has a point about Merrett Frey though, I wouldn't surprised if they cut his character and used one of the established Freys in the Lady Stoneheart scene. It'll be somebody the audience can instantly connect with and have a greater sense of satisfaction when he is hanged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longspear Ryk Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 ^ none of the freys are rememberable at all... they all look exactly the same... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyJoe Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 ^ none of the freys are rememberable at all... they all look exactly the same...The skullcaps are unforgettable. Seriously though the guy who slit Catelyn's throat would probably be recognized, I've seen that set photo all over the place. I mean compared to introducing a new character who then needs exposition to explain that he's a Frey who may or may not have been involved in the Red Wedding. It would take too much time and potentially be awkward, when they can easily just use somebody who was already seen at the Red Wedding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of the Pussywillows Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 The skullcaps are unforgettable. Seriously though the guy who slit Catelyn's throat would probably be recognized, I've seen that set photo all over the place. I mean compared to introducing a new character who then needs exposition to explain that he's a Frey who may or may not have been involved in the Red Wedding. It would take too much time and potentially be awkward, when they can easily just use somebody who was already seen at the Red Wedding.I agree it would make more sense to use a character viewers have already seen and can connect with the Red Wedding than cast someone new just to be hanged. If I recall correct wasn't the one killing Catelyn the same that killed Talisa?As for Gatiss' role my money is on Bloodraven, because the hair is mentioned and as Bloodraven he would have to wear a white wig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNorth's1stKnight Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 i can't see him for randyl tarly bc tarly is supposed to be a badass warrior and gatiss just doesn't look the part plus tarly is bald in the books. im thinking he could be merett frey and that's why his role has been kept a secret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Falcon Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 No offense but why do so many people think it will be Merrett Frey? The only point of his existence is to expose un-Cat for the first time. I've heard people talking about Aeron not being in the show and he is FAR more important than Merrett Frey to the storyline. And to assign such a notable actor to such an insignificant character? I just don't get it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbert Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I wouldn't be surprised if they skipped Merret at all and wait with revealing LS until she meets Brienne. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blushingfae Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Do we know if anyone else was filming in the same location around the same time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mother of Mountains Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 It was the first week of filming at the beginning of July and was probably studio based. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyJoe Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Clearly going to be fake Arya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannerless Man Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Clearly going to be fake Arya.I concur. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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