If you are not familiar with Yuji Iwahara’s manga, King of Thorn can be one of the more confusing anime films to watch. Characters are cut and marginalized, while others get bigger roles. However, if you’re a sci-fi fan, the second and third viewing of King of Thorn can be as rewarding as watching The Matrix for the umpteenth time.
Directed by Kazuyoshi Katayama (Appleseed, Big O), King of Thorn centers on a dystopian future, where the world is plagued by the Medousa Virus. No, people don’t turn into zombies like The Walking Dead. Instead, they turn into stone –as the virus’ name suggests.
When a worldwide pandemic emerges, a lottery is held to save 160 members of the human race. The plan is to put them in a castle, where they will be cryogenically frozen until a cure can be found. Unfortunately, their cryo-sleep is interrupted and...
Directed by Kazuyoshi Katayama (Appleseed, Big O), King of Thorn centers on a dystopian future, where the world is plagued by the Medousa Virus. No, people don’t turn into zombies like The Walking Dead. Instead, they turn into stone –as the virus’ name suggests.
When a worldwide pandemic emerges, a lottery is held to save 160 members of the human race. The plan is to put them in a castle, where they will be cryogenically frozen until a cure can be found. Unfortunately, their cryo-sleep is interrupted and...
- 11/2/2012
- by Bags Hooper
- BuzzFocus.com
Mark Lawrence's debut novel took the fantasy world by storm, with Prince of Thorns being hailed as the commanding new voice in the world of fantasy. But with King of Thorns, the second in the Empire of Thorns trilogy, due out on the 16th August, fans might wonder if that difficult second book can live up to the success of the first?
Well wonder no more. In fact, double the hype...
In the new release we move to Jorg's tale four years later: he is King and the odds are still stacked against him. This is that increasingly rare delight - a book that's too hard to put down; a two in the morning page turner. There are characters, plot, not to mention enough blood, death and betrayal in this one book to fill a whole trilogy. And if you thought Jorg was challenging before, you haven't seen anything yet.
Well wonder no more. In fact, double the hype...
In the new release we move to Jorg's tale four years later: he is King and the odds are still stacked against him. This is that increasingly rare delight - a book that's too hard to put down; a two in the morning page turner. There are characters, plot, not to mention enough blood, death and betrayal in this one book to fill a whole trilogy. And if you thought Jorg was challenging before, you haven't seen anything yet.
- 8/15/2012
- Shadowlocked
Considering the phenomenal success of George R. R. Martin's Game of Thrones series - which is currently seeing similar success in its HBO-inspired television transformation - it's hardly surprising that Mark Lawrence and his fantasy offering Prince of Thorns have seen such global success.
So, in the run up to the Prince of Thorns sequel, King of Thorns, Shadowlocked secured some one on one time with the best selling author to discuss his hopes for the sequel and where he sees the story going from here. Furthermore, Mr. Lawrence discusses his inspirations, hopes and how #Jorgism is sweeping the nation...
With Prince of Thorns you talked about how you wrote with no idea you would be published. You knew you would be this time. Was that a very different writing experience for you?
What was it like knowing you will end your time with Jorg and that world? Will...
So, in the run up to the Prince of Thorns sequel, King of Thorns, Shadowlocked secured some one on one time with the best selling author to discuss his hopes for the sequel and where he sees the story going from here. Furthermore, Mr. Lawrence discusses his inspirations, hopes and how #Jorgism is sweeping the nation...
With Prince of Thorns you talked about how you wrote with no idea you would be published. You knew you would be this time. Was that a very different writing experience for you?
What was it like knowing you will end your time with Jorg and that world? Will...
- 8/15/2012
- Shadowlocked
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