In Shakespeare's play, MacBeth's friend Banquo is shown as a noble and loyal man, resisting evil, a contrast to the character of Macbeth. In Holinshed's 'Chronicles' however, Banquo is shown as exactly the opposite: he is an accomplice in MacBeth's murder of Duncan.
The real-life locations for Game Of Thrones: Stunning locations where TVâs smash hit swords and sorcery show is filmed. 1  Locations in Northern Ireland, Croatia, Morocco and Iceland used to film Game of Thrones. 2  Show is known for its gory death scenes and power struggles between families.
The series takes place on the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos and chronicles the power struggles among the noble families as they fight for control of the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms. As of June 14, 2015, 50 episodes of Game of Thrones have aired, concluding the fifth season.The series has been renewed for a sixth season.he series takes place on the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos and chronicles the power struggles among the noble families as they fight for control of the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms. As of June 14, 2015, 50 episodes of Game of Thrones have aired, concluding the fifth season.