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In response to "I'm just not sure I'll like it. I'm not a big fan of fantasy. -- nm" by Krusty

That's completely understandable, but I would maintain that Walking Dead is fantasy, and lowest common denominator at that.

Posted by David (aka David) Mar 25 '15, 07:56

Game of Thrones features some of the best storytelling and character development in the history of television. Think of it as a bloodier, hornier version of The West Wing rather than swords and sorcery.

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You mention The West Wing just because you know it'll get me interested. You bastard! - Krusty Mar 25, 08:00 8
- Both shows are predicated upon the running of a kingdom and attempts to gain/sustain power. -- nm - David Mar 25, 08:01 2
  - and don't get me wrong, GofT is probably #2 on my list of favorite shows. - groiny Mar 25, 08:05 1
    - I do as well. That's what makes TWD so frustrating. - David Mar 25, 08:08
- I love GofT, but I am more invested in TWD. - groiny Mar 25, 08:01 4
  - The only real character on TWD is Carole. - David Mar 25, 08:03 3
    - how can you not say Rick???? -- nm - groiny Mar 25, 08:04 2
      - He's the specific reason the show fails for me. - David Mar 25, 08:05 1
        
        so, to you, he is not perfect? -- nm - groiny Mar 25, 08:06

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That's completely understandable, but I would maintain that Walking Dead is fantasy, and lowest common denominator at that.

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