6 Pieces of Intel on HBO's Next Huge Dark Fantasy Series, Westworld
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As Game of Thrones approaches its inevitable series finale, it's time to look for an equally epic series to fill that anticipated gaping hole. Luckily for us, HBO has already lined up another killer series; it's a sci-fi Western fantasy called Westworld, and based on what we've seen so far, it looks pretty awesome. Wondering what you're in for ahead of the series premiere? Say no more.
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The Premise
The show is about the beginning of artificial consciousness — think The Matrix or even Inception. In this new world, any and every sin, impulse, or dark tendency can be indulged. Suffice it to say, things seem to go south pretty fast.
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The Origin of the Idea
FYI, this isn't exactly an original idea. It's based on a 1973 movie of the same name, which was written and directed by Michael Crichton. You can check out the original trailer for that film, if you want to see how they compare.
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The Cast
There's a stunning group of actors and actresses attached to the project: Anthony Hopkins, Ed Harris, Evan Rachel Wood, James Marsden, Thandie Newton, Jeffrey Wright, and so many more!
The Trailer
Here's a sneak peek of what to expect. The whole sci-fi vs. old Western feel certainly makes for an interesting mashup, and the sinister underpinnings of the first season are already palpable.
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The Initial Artwork
HBO has just released a new poster for the show, which shows what a robotic "host" of this sinful paradise looks like. These are the conduits of consciousness produced by the humans who are running the whole game.