Poster art for "Andor". Source: IMDB The build-up toward the heist on Aldhani in Andor has been slow and methodical. The writers and showrunner have taken the time to allow us as an audience to become attached to each member of the crew. But, like all good things, there must come an end to the … Continue reading “Andor” Episode Six Review
Prequels are not always the best type of storytelling available, unless it is set far enough back that it doesn’t involve characters we already know. Because we know the ultimate fate of the character Cassian Andor (thanks to the excellent Rogue One film), we as the audience know that he’s ultimately going to survive the … Continue reading A Methodical Opening Note – Review of “Andor” Episodes 1, 2, & 3
Another week, another episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch is released. This week’s episode, “Decommissioned”, puts the troopers of Clone Force 99 in familiar territory: dealing with droids left over from the Clone Wars. It also brings them into conflict with two familiar faces from the final season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. … Continue reading Echoes of War – Review of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” Episode Six “Decommissioned”
I have to say I was surprised that the showrunners for Obi-Wan Kenobi didn’t tease out the first confrontation between Darth Vader and Obi-Wan. Instead, we get the first (of what I hope are at least two encounters) between the former Master and Apprentice. Part III of Obi-Wan Kenobi wastes no time establishing a tone … Continue reading Ghosts of the Past Return – Recap of “Obi-Wan Kenobi” Part III
When I reviewed the 2nd episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, the concept of Family was the main focus. This week’s episode, entitled “Replacements”, fits that dynamic even more. We see Omega growing more assertive and becoming part of the Batch. And after not being focused on for an episode, we get to see … Continue reading The Family We Choose – Review of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” Episode Three “Replacements”
