Book Quote by Charles Dance
“There is a huge fan base, they're very knowledgeable and very loyal. I was astonished - before I started working on the series I didn't know anything about Game of Thrones. I hadn't heard of the books. When it started going out, people were coming up to me in the street saying [fake cockney accent] "oh, Game of Thrones, f------ wonderful.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Talk Show, 2011, discussing Game of Thrones fandom
Fans can be deeply knowledgeable and loyal even without prior exposure to the source material
In simple terms: Fans can love something without knowing its origins
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect fan expertise
Themes
loyalty
knowledge
fan culture
Mood
appreciative
enthusiastic
Type
observational
cultural
When to use this quote
- marketing
- fan events
- media promotion
- brand engagement
Key Concepts
media influence
community building
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fan loyalty affect creative decisions?
- What responsibilities do creators have to informed fans?
A Different Perspective
Fans may have misconceptions about the work itself
