Behind the Seams: The brilliant costume design of ‘Andor’
From Mon Mothma’s chic formalwear to Syril Karn’s tailored uniforms, Andor’s costume design is a triumph of visual storytelling.
On Dec 30, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
How the music of ‘Andor’ pays homage to ‘The Battle of Algiers,’ a classic war movie scored by Ennio Morricone
‘The Battle of Algiers’ shares a lot in common with the scenes on the planet Ferrix.
On Nov 24, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
In ‘Andor’ episode 12, revolution is built on community
The season finale is another triumph for Andor’s brutal, brilliant political storytelling.
On Nov 23, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Andor’ episode 11 sets an ominous tone for the season finale
Over the course of season 1, ‘Andor’ has dismantled our expectations for what it means to ‘join’ the Rebellion.
On Nov 16, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Andor’ episode 10 asks: How does someone become a Rebel leader?
Between Mon Mothma, Luthen Rael and Kino Loy, the show has a lot to say about leadership.
On Nov 9, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
Breaking down the best line in ‘Andor’ episode 9
‘Never more than 12.’
On Nov 3, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Andor’ episode 9: Syril Karn is the Empire’s only true believer
Even the other Imperials don’t know how to handle him.
On Nov 2, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Yoda was just a weirdo’: ‘Star Wars’ fans are wondering why Yoda and Yaddle sound so different in ‘Tales of the Jedi’
Fans expected Jedi master Yaddle to sound like Yoda. They were very wrong.
On Oct 27, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
This minor ‘Rogue One’ character proves that ‘Andor’ has a smart attitude to franchise callbacks
You may not remember this guy from ‘Rogue One,’ but ‘Andor’ has given him an intriguing new role.
‘Andor’ episode 8 illustrates why this show is so divisive, exploring the psychological strategy of the Empire’s prison system
Thriving on a compelling but almost dialogue-free performance from Diego Luna, it’s the opposite of typical ‘Star Wars’ TV.
On Oct 26, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Andor’ episode 7: A chillingly realistic depiction of life under fascism
From government oppression to personal grief, ‘Andor’ dissects the process of radicalization.
On Oct 19, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Andor’, the Empire, and cultural erasure
From Cassian’s homeworld to Luthen Rael’s antique store, ‘Andor’ shows how the Empire colonizes and erases entire cultures.
On Oct 13, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Andor’ episode 6: No one is safe
This heist episode is a masterclass in dramatic tension, delivering a 45-minute thriller to rival ‘Rogue One.’
On Oct 12, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
Apparently it’s not that hard to include queer people in ‘Star Wars.’ Who knew?
‘Andor’ introduces queer characters without the cringe factor of Disney tokenism.
On Oct 5, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw
‘Andor’ episode 5: Of course the Rebellion includes a Theory Guy
This episode feels like an observational dramedy about activist politics, complete with a guy who wants you to read his manifesto.
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