Well, that was fantastic television.
Coronation, revelation, vengeance, and wonder; the season six finale "The Winds of Winter" represents a new level of achievement for Game of Thrones. Not only was it heart wrenching and cathartic, but it was an assault on the senses in the best possible way. Miguel Sapochnik’s direction and Ramin Djawadi’s score are at their apex, and the entire cast gets to flex their acting prowess in heavy, meaningful scenes that turn the page to the final act of our fantasy epic.
This week’s episode was a culmination of sorts, the last breath before ice descends from the north and fire reigns in the south.