Season 3 shines a light on some same-sex relationships.
*Warning: Spoilers ahead for The Witcher season 3 volume 1*
With The Witcher season 3 volume 1 finally here, fans are delving in to see Henry Cavill’s final outing as Geralt of Rivia.
Along the way, we also discover more about various characters, including a glimpse into their love lives, with actors Cassie Clare, who plays Philippa, and Hugh Skinner, who plays Prince Radovid, chatting about how they approached their scenes – especially those that portray same-sex relationships.
A key storyline within volume 1 is Radovid’s relationship with Jaskier (Joey Batey).
Skinner explained to RadioTimes.com: “I was really conscious of [the LGBTQ+ representation]. It just feels like it’s a show where everyone’s there and everyone’s represented. It’s hugely exciting to see something like this in a show with this much reach. I was really aware [of it].”
Clare added: “I think I was aware of it going into it and then as we were filming, the world is so inclusive, it’s almost a non thing.
“We’re telling the stories and, especially when I was watching the scenes with [Radovid] and Jaskier, I forgot about the beauty of the representation and how much it means to me as an audience member as well as somebody who’s part of this, and I just focused on the love.
“That’s what I think is really nice for your scenes and some of mine.”
Clare also teased what’s set to come for Philippa this season, saying: “Philippa’s been hatching this plan for a long time, I mean you know how old Philippa is!
“This plan has been going on for a long time and it’s nice to finally get it started. I think there’s a sense of ‘finally’ for her.
“It’s been a lot of planning, I think she’s a bit of an action lady!”
