Actor Ewan Mitchell, who portrays Aemond Targaryen in the HBO series *House of the Dragon*, has described a recent scene involving a kiss with his on-screen mother, Alicent Hightower, as deeply disturbing. The scene, featured in the new season, depicts an incestuous act between the characters that has shocked viewers. Mitchell stated the scene was so unsettling he felt physically ill while filming it. He acknowledged the controversial nature of the moment and its potential to provoke strong reactions from the audience. The scene is a key plot point adapted from George R.R. Martin’s *Fire & Blood* novel, illustrating the growing tensions and moral decay within the Targaryen dynasty. The showrunners aimed to portray the scene as uncomfortable and disturbing, reflecting the characters’ descent into darkness.