INTERVIEW: George R.R. Martin on bringing 'Game of Thrones' to television at AFI Awards 2012 Luncheon in Beverly Hills,

The speaker expresses satisfaction about winning an award and the event's venue. They discuss the challenges of adapting popular books into TV shows, highlighting the need to satisfy both book fans and new viewers. The showrunners, David Benioff and Dan Weiss, are praised for their success in pleasing both audiences, which has also led to increased book readership.

What aspect of the event does the speaker appreciate the most?

• The number of attendees

• The fact that they have already won

• The food served at the event

• The location of the event

What is a major challenge in adapting books into a TV show according to the speaker?

• Finding the right actors

• Staying true to the book while appealing to new viewers

• Securing a large budget

• Choosing the right filming locations

Why is it difficult to please the original book audience?

• They prefer movies over TV shows

• They have specific expectations based on the books

• They dislike the actors chosen

• They are not interested in TV adaptations

Who are credited with successfully running the show?

• David Benioff and Dan Weiss

• Steven Spielberg and George Lucas

• George R.R. Martin and J.K. Rowling

• Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino

What positive outcome does the speaker mention regarding new viewers?

• They are buying more merchandise

• They are writing fan fiction

• They are now reading the books

• They are attending more events