Victaerys Ironfist Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Alfie was just amazing in this episode, what do you guys think?Can't wait for him to be brought all the way back down to zero by Ramsey, and also can't wait for him to become "Reek". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Husband to Bears Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Alfie is doing a great job playing Theon. I actually felt sorry for him upon his return to the Pike, now I want that jerk flayed, teeth broken and something removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Lannister Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Agreed. His brutal takeover of Winterfell (and blatant fall from grace; just look at his expression after offing Rodrik...) was the highlight of the episode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferrum Aeternum Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 He's gone from an interesting but minor character in season 1 to a staggeringly complex villain in season 2. After last night I'll echo the sentiments I had following Episode 3, that his portrayal and the handling of this character are thus far marked improvements over the book.I could see him getting some serious run at a best supporting actor nomination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Husband to Bears Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 He's gone from an interesting but minor character in season 1 to a staggeringly complex villain in season 2. After last night I'll echo the sentiments I had following Episode 3, that his portrayal and the handling of this character are thus far marked improvements over the book.I could see him getting some serious run at a best supporting actor nomination.I think his portrayal of Theon has humanized the character more then GRRM's writing did. Not until the most recent books did I feel any pity for Theon, that scene with Balon at the Pyke made me understand him a little better. But after this week, I hope the change the script and have Robb skip the wedding and head straight for Winterfell to flay Theon himself ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Smiling Eye Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I used to like Theon but now I'm starting to dislike him intensely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Giant Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Loved how many wimpy hacks it took the coward to get Rod's head off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sphinx The Riddle Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 "gods help you theon greyjoy.. now you are truly lost".. amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheEvilKing Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Alfie hasn't been impressing me as much as you lot. But I have to say, he stepped it up a notch this episode, especially in terms of facial expressions. That scene where he executes Ser Rodrik was crazy-intense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howland Reed Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I think Alfie is making this season in my opinion. He is doing a fantastic job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Red Lamb Chop Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Even though I know what he's been through (and what he will be through) I couldn't help but hate Theon last night. I was surprised how emotional that scene made me feel but wow... Alfie Allen is doing amazing. Just the small expressions on his face make me kind of feel bad for him, but what he's doing makes me hate him... God, I've never been this conflicted about a character before.Can't wait for him to be flayed so I can truly feel bad for him again... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victaerys Ironfist Posted May 7, 2012 Author Share Posted May 7, 2012 Loved how many wimpy hacks it took the coward to get Rod's head off.Yeah, big contrast to Eddard's quick and clean cutting in the very first episode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victaerys Ironfist Posted May 7, 2012 Author Share Posted May 7, 2012 Even though I know what he's been through (and what he will be through) I couldn't help but hate Theon last night. I was surprised how emotional that scene made me feel but wow... Alfie Allen is doing amazing. Just the small expressions on his face make me kind of feel bad for him, but what he's doing makes me hate him... God, I've never been this conflicted about a character before.Can't wait for him to be flayed so I can truly feel bad for him again...I know, I can't wait to see how Alfie portrays one of the best character arcs in the entire series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thwacker Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Theon is much more interesting in the show than the books. Alfie is doing a great job transitioning Theon from one of the right hands of a propsective king to blind ambition without the will or means to make it happen to ultimately broken man. Love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Meeraculous Third Reed Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 As I say in the other thread, screen Theon is replacing book Theon in my head.Allen is absolutely brilliant. He flicks from cocksure arrogance to petulant child beautifully.It is worth saying though that I think the collective acting in that scene was very very good. They all helped create a great scene. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaeon Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Theon is more a human being with many mistakes than a villan, but i don't feel sorry for him, Ramsay being after him and he deserve itcomparing to Ramsey Joffrey is a chorister :devil: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronSuitor Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Yeah, big contrast to Eddard's quick and clean cutting in the very first episode.I've grown to like Alfie's portrayal so much that I'll defend him by noting that Eddard got a giant greatsword. Poor Theon tried to do it with an arming sword, and Rodrick had no neck to speak of. Somebody get that guy an ax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bastard of Bolton Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I feel the show succeeds in the fact that they have made the character much more human.You can see his evolution as well as feel it, which is crucial.He is struggling with the choices he is making but feels he needs to do this due to his blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywolf2375 Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Loved him sitting down on the bed with Bran - thought he did an excellent job all the way through those scenes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Octarina Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 He was amazing, the actor who had the best growth since season 1, I believe.When he returns to Pyke he made me sympathize with Theon; now he made me hate him with as much intensity as when I read ACoK; and I'm sure he'll made me pity him just as much when he becomes Reek. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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