Game of Thrones is a fantasy drama series based on George Martin's song of Ice and Fire novels. The film project involved many interesting characters, talented actors, several storylines are closely intertwined. Arianna Martell aroused the interest of readers in the cult saga. This article provides a summary of this heroine.
Character description
Arianna Martell is the successor to the Sunspear, the sister of Quentin and Tristan, the eldest daughter of Prince Dorn and in the future Princess Dorn. Outwardly, the girl is very similar to her mother, Lady Mellario: large brown eyes, black curly hair, which she ties in a thin tail.
Also, the young beauty is characterized by small growth (about 155 cm), olive-colored skin and a beautiful, seductive, slim body. Arianna Martell loves to dress in expensive clothes, prefers transparent silk and brocade. He loves jewelry very much and often uses it as accessories for his luxurious outfits.
Arianna Martell is interested in politics, her inherent traits give out a purposeful girl. She is adventurous, prudent, has a daring, almost violent disposition. Decisive, strong-willed and quite cunning. If something wants, then seeks to get it at all costs. At 23, the girl is not yet married.
Story line
After Oberyn Martell, the ruling Dorn during the absence of her father, died, Arianna drew up a cunning plan. She wanted to make Princess Mirzella Baratheon, the bride of her brother Tristan, the daughter of King Robert Baratheon and his wife Cersei Lannister, the heir to the throne.
After the coronation of the girl, Arianna intended to claim the Iron Throne on her behalf. This would entail a declaration of war on the Royal Harbor, since Tommen Baratheon, the younger brother of Mircella, should have officially inherited the Iron Throne. The plan was a failure. Arianna and her accomplices are in custody. Princess Mircella was seriously injured.
Who played Arianna Martell in Game of Thrones
Sure, you want to know which actress played Arianna Martell in the series. The answer is very unexpected. This character was not involved in the series.
Previously, a casting was held for the role of Arianna, and 5 applicants were selected:
- Ioannina Gavankar. She played in the series "Arrow", "The Vampire Diaries." J. Martin himself stated that the girl reminds him of Arianna's cousin, Lady Nymeria.
- Antonia Thomas - is familiar to viewers by the role of Alisha in "Garbage." She could embody the sensuality and determination of the heroine of the saga.
- Catalina Sandino Moreno. The first Colombian actress to be recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and receiving an Academy Award nomination for her role in the film Mary, Full Grace. She was ready to compete for the role of Arianna Martell.
- Actress Frida Pinto. This Indian, who became famous after filming in the film “Slumdog Millionaire,” was approved by Western fans of the novel “Song of Ice and Fire” as an ideal candidate for the role of Arianna.
- Amber Rose Roar. The girl was involved in many TV projects. Played in the films “What remains after you?”, “Saddam’s House”, “I can’t think clearly”.
To the deep regret of all the fans of this work, the viewer will not see Arianna Martell in the series. The scriptwriters preferred to give part of her storyline to Ellaria Sand, the beloved of Oberin Martell. According to the book, it was Arianna (not Ellaria) who directed the abduction of Mircella. She wanted to start a war with the Lannisters.