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Sophie Turner Defends Controversial Game of Thrones Scene, Urges Modern Trigger Warnings

She frames the portrayal as confronting the realities women face, expressing pride in contributing to that discussion.

Overview

  • In a new Flaunt interview, Turner reappraises a debated Season 5 storyline as part of the show's unflinching approach.
  • She acknowledges the content can be triggering and says a contemporary release would include clear warnings for viewers.
  • Turner argues the series highlighted systemic abuse against women and says she is proud to have helped advance that conversation.
  • The 2015 broadcast drew sharp criticism and intensified industry-wide debates over how to depict sexual violence on television.
  • Turner debuted as Sansa at 14 and appeared for eight seasons, and she is currently working with Kit Harington on the horror film The Dreadful.