Wow. I had absolutely no idea -- not that I've got any interest in Elvis, but I'm a fan of JRM.
And sadly that does sound likely, that they were using their leading man to draw in more mainstream audiences. Surely they don't need to do that; HBO's Rome did fairly well, from what little I know, and this seems like it'll be in a similar vein. Another reason why I'm curious because I've really enjoyed Rome. I just wish the DVDs were cheaper!
Although this does mean there will be more early HVIII icons running about. ;) I have an Anne Boleyn one I've wanted to put up for ages, but I don't have the space in my free account. Eh bien. I should be spending my time on more useful things anyway...
::grin:: Did you ever see The Winslow Boy? He plays the sexiest lawyer I'd ever seen -- until I met my boyfriend.
Re: *needs more historically appropriate icon*
And sadly that does sound likely, that they were using their leading man to draw in more mainstream audiences. Surely they don't need to do that; HBO's Rome did fairly well, from what little I know, and this seems like it'll be in a similar vein. Another reason why I'm curious because I've really enjoyed Rome. I just wish the DVDs were cheaper!
Although this does mean there will be more early HVIII icons running about. ;) I have an Anne Boleyn one I've wanted to put up for ages, but I don't have the space in my free account. Eh bien. I should be spending my time on more useful things anyway...
::grin:: Did you ever see The Winslow Boy? He plays the sexiest lawyer I'd ever seen -- until I met my boyfriend.