The Witcher - Netflix

[Skipper]

I ask people more versed than me in the mythology of The Witcher. At the end, when Yennefer, well, incinerates the enemy army, is she using a "forbidden" fire magic (which is to my understanding a death sentence), or is she was "just" teleporting the flames from the castle to the woods (because they often said that she is one of the best in creating portals)?

 

[jbohn]

My understanding was that Yen was channeling all her pent up feelings and emotions that have been building up over the years, especially her obsession with trying to have a child. There's lots of "The Witcher Explained" clips on YouTube that could help explain it and more.

 

[JoeZhang]

I know nothing about the Witcher and I struggled to get through the first episode - I like Henry Cavill but here he is a lump of meat in a bad wig growling his way through some absolutely terrible dialogue. I could not see any reason to watch the second episode.

 

[fireproof78]

I know nothing about the Witcher and I struggled to get through the first episode - I like Henry Cavill but here he is a lump of meat in a bad wig growling his way through some absolutely terrible dialogue. I could not see any reason to watch the second episode.

Well, the world building was confusing too, so I could see that. I made myself watch it just to try and figure out exactly what happens. It definitely isn't for everyone.

 

[crookeddy]

Well, the world building was confusing too, so I could see that. I made myself watch it just to try and figure out exactly what happens. It definitely isn't for everyone.

With an 8.5 on IMDb it seems that it's for almost everyone though.

 

[fireproof78]

With an 8.5 on IMDb it seems that it's for almost everyone though.

Sure. But, that doesn't mean it connects always. There are many films rated highly I don't enjoy and have zero interest in.

 

[Owain Taggart]

I was very skeptical of Henry Cavill as The Witcher, but he absolutely nails the role. There's lots of subtlety in his performance, and the show feels somewhat intimate in its portrayal and has fairly high production values. I was fairly impressed with the acting from everyone. Although it's funny, that one song Jaskier sings sounds more like something a rockstar would sing rather than something grounded in the lore, but maybe that's because he sees himself that way.

Throw a Coin to Your Witcher, everyone!

Here's an interactive timeline map that Netflix released:
https://www.witchernetflix.com/en-gb

 

[Kai "the spy"]

I was very skeptical of Henry Cavill as The Witcher, but he absolutely nails the role. There's lots of subtlety in his performance, and the show feels somewhat intimate in its portrayal and has fairly high production values. I was fairly impressed with the acting from everyone. Although it's funny, that one song Jaskier sings sounds more like something a rockstar would sing rather than something grounded in the lore, but maybe that's because he sees himself that way.

Throw a Coin to Your Witcher, everyone!

Here's an interactive timeline map that Netflix released:
https://www.witchernetflix.com/en-gb

That song sure blew up on the internet. From the mod for the games, to Heavy Metal cover versions on YT.

 

[Owain Taggart]

That song sure blew up on the internet. From the mod for the games, to Heavy Metal cover versions on YT.

Heh, I'm sure it has! It's quite a catchy tune, although the funny thing is it sounds more like something a rockstar would sing than a bard, though maybe that's due to the way he saw himself

 

[Nightowl1701]

Production of Season 2 (Blood of Elves, where the Witcher novel saga really kicks off) has started in the UK and Central Europe, with release expected early next year. 15-year-old Carmel Laniano of Dolittle has been cast as Violet, "a young girl (not in the books) whose playful and whimsical demeanor is a front for a smarter and more sadistic character.” Freya (Ciri) Allan is undergoing sword-fighting and martial arts training. Kristofer Hivju (Tormund from Game of Thrones) is said to feature in another short-story adaptation, though the storytelling this season will be more linear. Graham McTavish of Outlander is said to be playing the Redanian spymaster Sigismund Dijkstra.
And internet fans have been working very hard to ensure Geralt's master in the Witcher arts, Vesemir, will be played by none other than Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill.

In the meantime, we'll be introduced to a younger Vesemir and learn his backstory in a Netflix animated movie, Nightmare of the Wolf.

UPDATE: Oh, and what I suspect you guys were really hoping to hear...you wanted redhead Triss, looks like you're gonna get her. This was Anna Shaffer at Comic Con Prague the other day.

 

[Kai "the spy"]

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[Owain Taggart]

And internet fans have been working very hard to ensure Geralt's master in the Witcher arts, Vesemir, will be played by none other than Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill.

While I'm sure it would have been interesting having him as Vesemir, I don't think it was anything other than a rumour. Via Deadline, the part has been offered to Danish actor Kim Bodnia (Killing Eve). https://deadline.com/2020/02/the-wi...ason-2-cast-netflix-fantasy-drama-1202870799/

 

[Kai "the spy"]

After Netflix halted all productions in North America a few days ago, The Witcher Season 2 filming in the UK has now also shut down.

 

[Owain Taggart]

Not surprising. At this point, I think we can safely assume that most ongoing productions have halted in order to keep people safe.

 

[eschaton]

Not surprising. At this point, I think we can safely assume that most ongoing productions have halted in order to keep people safe.

Animated/CGI productions may be the one exception however. I would think it would be relatively easy to keep churning them out even with social distancing.

 

[JD]

They revealed a whole bunch of new information at WitcherCon today.
We've got a teaser trailer

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Episode Titles for the first 7 episodes

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It will be coming out on December 17th.
IGN also has a summary of some of the stuff that was revealed during the panels.
I haven't watched them yet, but the Witcher Netflix Youtube page also has a bunch of new behind the scenes clips.

 

[Nightowl1701]

So Jaskier has truly become the game's Dandelion (a nickname given him by the ladies, we'll wink and say). Looks like we're going to have plenty else to be happy about this season. The Saga begins in earnest!

 

[theenglish]

Were the events from Season of Storms referenced in the first season, or is there any indication they would be referenced in the upcoming season? I haven't read that book yet, but I am wondering if I should read it before finishing the other novels?

 

[Enterprise is Great]

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[777]

Just watched the Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf animated movie. I know nothing of the book series its based on, but enjoyed it quite a lot. Just be warned there is a lot of gore.