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Curtain Call: Joel Fry
Curtain Call: Joel Fry
It’s easy to be mourned when you’re loved.
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It’s easy to be mourned when you’re loved.
It’s a trickier business when many weren’t quite sure how they felt about you- and that’s exactly what they were supposed to feel.
The delicate balancing act of Hizdahr zo Loraq was achieved thanks to the subtle efforts of Joel Fry.
Hizdahr was the surprise casualty in “The Dance of Dragons,” the one that doesn’t draw tears so much as shock and questioning of what we know about this story. The Meereenese nobleman who often kept Daenerys on her toes kept us guessing as well- until Sunday, when the questions ended as Hizdahr fell to the Sons of the Harpy. The man who would be king turned out to be another victim of the guerrilla warfare in Meereen.
We first spotted Hizdahr in the fourth season on the walls of the city, facing Daenerys and her army. But it wasn’t until he stood before the
and pled for the body of his father that we knew the name of Hizdahr zo Loraq and really saw what Joel Fry was capable of, as an actor. It was clear from the get-go that Fry and the show’s take on the character was a less cynical turn than the novels.
That scene was also the first time we saw Hizdahr respond in a way that makes Daenerys question her choices, in this case her choice to crucify so many Great Masters without knowing anything about them. Fry was towering and held his own against Emilia Clarke even on his knees.
There were many times when Hizdahr disagreed with Daenerys, debating her distaste for his people’s traditions, providing a voice for the people opposing a conqueror and their culture. He also had an occasional comic beat to his delivery that I found endearing- the way he handled his brush with death when Dany roasted the masters this season, and Hizdahr chose false courage, only to later admit he just didn’t want to die a coward.
Fry created a character that was richer and more layered than his book counterpart- sympathetic but still suspect, as well. There was always the lingering question of whether or not he was in league with the Sons of the Harpy up until the very last episode when he arrived last with a flimsy excuse. Is this the man responsible for the death of Barristan Selmy and so many Unsullied?
It seems not. (Unless he did, and the Sons of the Harpy turned on their leader, which would be an interesting turn of events. Discuss amongst yourselves.) Yes, the Viewer’s Guide does confirm him as dead in case you were wondering and they don’t lie in those.
Hizdahr zo Loraq is not dead in the novels, and so book readers are once again at a loss…or shaking their fists at Benioff and Weiss. I would’ve loved to see more from the character but it’s not to be. How Hizdahr ends in the books, we’ll find out, I suppose. What matters now is that another player in the game of thrones is lost, another would-be king has fallen.
Joel Fry however is only getting started. Coming into Game of Thrones, he had a strong history as a comedic actor, and exiting the show, that’s where he’s headed. The actor has a third season of ITV2 sitcom
lined up, and he’s been cast in the NBC/Sky dramedy
It’s only the beginning for this immensely talented and charming young actor.
I’d say long live the king but Hizdahr never quite made it to the wedding day. So instead I’ll say thank you, Joel Fry, and that your performance was loved.
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He did a crackin’ job. Bit disappointed he went so early. Think his character had a lot more potential.
I’ll miss you, Hizdahr zo Loraq, I’ll miss you and your perfect hot face.
Another underrated performance! That whole awkward dignity thing he had going on allowed me to really enjoy a character I didn’t give a shit about in the books.
I don’t like Hizdahr in the books at all, but Joel Fry made this character more likable in the show. Thank you and farewell!
He did well with a bit role. I think that his high point came when he got on the podium seemingly happy (which we never really had seen from him) and having taken care of a few things. I could practically see yellow feathers hanging from his mouth!
You just think that because of the scene where he was dancing on the ceiling.
I felt a bit bad for this character. He lost his father, got pushed around by Dany quite a bit, was nearly fed to her dragons, got roped into a marriage, then finally stabbed in the chest by his own fellow nobles after defending them to Dany so much.
I liked his verbal sparring with Dany and Tyrion at Daznak’s Pit. I didn’t agree with everything Hizdahr said but I could see why he would think those things and he did make some good points. I also loved the look he gave Daario when the big fighter decapitated the small one. Fry is definitely good with facial expressions.
I was expecting him to be connected with the SOTH, and so did Daario given the look on his face when Hizdhar tried to tell Dany he knew a way out. I was surprised when he got stabbed (and so was Daario).
All in all, a solid performance of an interesting character. Fare thee well, Mr. Fry.
Well, Hizdahr’s unexpected death screws with so many theories I’ve latched onto from “The Meereenese Blot”. Oh well…stuff needs rethinking! (maybe)
I liked him from the point he said ‘Hello’ …….I’m sorry.
Yes, the Viewer’s Guide does confirm him as dead in case you were wondering and they don’t lie in those
I´m not so sure he is dead no matter what VG says.
Harpy´s need a leader for that plotline to be resolved quickly and Dany to move on to Westeros.
He really made Hizdahr an interesting character. He showed the human, emotional reaction to Daeneerys taking over Mereen. Loved his scene in “Laws of Gods and Men,” probably my favorite, but his conversation with Tyrion and Daenerys defending the traditions of Mereen in “Dance of Dragons” was also very good. Wish we had more of him, although I really liked everything we did see of him this season.
I hope they don’t make him the leader of the Harpies. What I thought was appealing about his character in general was that he was a defender of his culture, without being a violent fanatic. He advocated for a violent and atrocious cultural institution, but he tried to fight for it through legal avenues. There were radical factions trying to kill Daenerys, but there were also conservatives who were advocates within the political system. That’s more interesting to me than every person in the city either being completely for her or wanting to kill her.
Hodor Targaryen: Loved his scene in “Laws of Gods and Men,” probably my favorite, but his conversation with Tyrion and Daenerys defending the traditions of Mereen in “Dance of Dragons” was also very good.
Tyrion’s “my father would have liked you” was 2 chapters of character development in 6 words.
Yeah, but his best stuff was when he was with that corp of officers in the Meerenese navy.
I really did not like the character in the books; however Fry managed in a short time to make it someone I could relate to and respect (his Antigone moment was beautifully done). I also love that shot of him above; he looks like a kid watching the first game of the season! That sort of look doesn’t really belong to someone wanting to kill his queen, is it? (or maybe it is; but his expression is priceless. Glad to hear that the actor is on his way to other big things – looking forward to seeing him again!
Friendly reminder that Curtain Calls are for positive appreciation of the actor and their performance.
Dang. Joel and D&D improved on the character, imo. He seemed genuine and reasonable (heck he earned praise from Tyrion), shame that he actually did go out that way. *salutes*
Bah! And you probably think that the second “handsome young man” was Kevan, too!
I couldn’t take his Hizdahr seriously at all due to him being so amazing in Plebs that’s all I think when seeing him.
Dang. Joel and D&D improved on the character, imo. He seemed genuine and earnest (heck he earned praise from Tyrion), shame that he actually did go out that way. Whether we agreed with his views or not, he always backed them up with intelligent reasoning. *salutes*
I really did not like the character in the books; however Fry managed in a short time to make it someone I could relate to and respect (his Antigone moment was beautifully done). I also love that shot of him above; he looks like a kid watching the first game of the season! That sort of look doesn’t really belong to someone wanting to kill his queen, is it? (or maybe it is; but his expression is priceless.Glad to hear that the actor is on his way to other big things – looking forward to seeing him again!
Pretty much sums it up for me too. I don’t think Hizdahr was an easy character to bring to life and make him look sincere in his actions.
Apparently he’s older than he looks and was around for The Long Night. In fact, he was there All Night Long! O_o
Just noticed that he was in ‘Tamara Drewe’ as well, I think I was too distracted by Gemma Arterton to notice…..truly.
I absolutely adored this performance. It transformed a character I’d found utterly unmemorable in the books into one I found fascinating and always looked forward to seeing. That comedic touch mentioned above was masterful, as was the slight trace of privileged liberal undergraduate “but the upper class has suffered TOO!” whine that occasionally slipped into his tone. Very familiar, very recognizable, and simultaneously both sympathetic and just a tad punchable — which I thought was perfect for the character. Superbly done.
Thanks Joel! Will be checking out your new NBC show fo sho
I liked book Hizdar, but I equally looked show Hizdar. He was a nuanced, and different character. The ambiguity he had, as well as a practicality and realist approach, made him very memorable.
I never fully bought the idea that he was a leader of the sons. it would have stretched credulity if he suddenly turned out to be some kind of scheming mastermind. The character wasn’t played that way at all, there was not even a hint of it. Would have been an “aha gotcha” moment and very cheap.
I say let’s celebrate the character he actually was rather than a conspiracy theory. Fry did a great job making him seem determined yet vulnerable, weak yet noble! Awesome job.
Forced into a political marriage with the person who murdered her father, bullied and threatened, and yet hated by a large chunk of the fandom; I will miss male Sansa. Goodbye Joel.
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