Game of Thrones Episode 5 spoiler-free review: The Door

Game of Thrones review: After almost losing hope with the current season of HBO’s Game of Thrones, our interest has finally been redirected to the things about the brilliant series we fell in love with five years ago: George RR Martin and his storytelling.

Updated on: May 23, 2016, 17:06:35 IST

Hindustan Times | By Soumya Srivastava, New Delhi

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After almost losing hope with the current season of HBO’s Game of Thrones, our interest has finally been redirected to the things about the brilliant series we fell in love with five years ago: George RR Martin and his storytelling.

The Door could very well be the best episode of the season so far. (HBO)

Bran will play a pivotal role in the series now from what the episode has decreed. (HBO)

The Door has reminded us what great plot twists are, the endings that beloved characters deserve and how a single show can have elements of so many genres without making it seem pushed or chaotic. Internet peeps are claiming this was maybe the most gut-wrenching episode after The Red Wedding and we agree.

Yes, we have had plenty gut-wrenching episodes in between --- Sansa’s wedding night with Ramsay, Cersei’s walk of shame--- but this one doesn’t involve nudity or the element of shock. Martin, who told the creators what and how the story will unfold, uses only the power of our love for a character and the inevitability of what happened to give this episode one of the saddest endings in the series.

How can Sansa still be so gullible after all that has happened? Apparently hardships don’t change everyone. (HBO)

However, the episode is still not short of disappointments (if only GRRM finished that damned book in time): Sansa lets Littlefinger know how she can get him killed for throwing her to the Boltons but even then, by the end of the scene it is Littlefinger who wins, yet again. He is still able to control Sansa’s gullible mind, disappointing all fans who thought Sansa will not let anyone take advantage of her naiveté.

The Greyjoys tangent has no connection to the rest of the plot and as much as we felt for Theon and his misery last season, we couldn’t care less about him and his way-too-confident uncle.

Even then, The Door has set a lot of things in motion and guys, Bran is important.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Soumya Srivastava
Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.Read More

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