Since I wondered if/when The Acolyte will get cancelled due to poor ratings, I’ve dug around further. Some of the noice around this being far more interesting than the show. It turns out the flames surrounding the show’s perceived unpopularity were recently fanned by none other than Kathleen Kennedy (Lucasfilm president). And it’s all my fault… ish. I’m referring to the Fandom Wire piece “It … Continue reading The Acolyte disaster explored
Another week, another episode for Star Wars: Acolyte and another pass from me. I didn’t finish episode 2, and have not reconsidered. Meanwhile, at least in terms of Rotten Tomatoes, the ratings are collapsing. As I write, the score is 84% critics and a dire 16% audience. The latter is from over 10,000 ratings, so not just a few groups of haters. Until we get … Continue reading Is the Acolyte cancelled (yet)?
I’ve said elsewhere I wasn’t gripped by The Acolyte, and it’s been interesting gauging wider reaction. Like a lot of things, it’s easy to find evidence reinforcing one’s personal beliefs. It’s early days, but I already see a divergence in views. The Acolyte is popular Deadline covered early numbers for The Acolyte, pointing out the streamer must be pleased as this is uncommon. They report: … Continue reading The Acolyte — popular or not?
Star Wars: The Acolyte has arrived on Disney+. I duly sat down yesterday to watch but by the middle of the second episode realised I was bored. Ask me what happened in the previous 15 minutes and I’m not sure I could tell you. I’ve had little interest in any of the Star Wars spin-offs and this is another I won’t be spending any more … Continue reading Star Wars: The Acolyte — some thoughts
The next Star Wars universe series, The Acolyte, comes to Disney+ on June 4. There’s a two-episode premier with further episodes arriving weekly. An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master against a dangerous warrior from his past. As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems… In terms of … Continue reading The Acolyte — latest Star Wars spin-off coming in June
It’s 25 years since The Phantom Menace was released, and Lucasfilm is marking the occasion with a cinema release for one week only. Of course, it runs across May 4, starting May 3. If you’re a fan of the film, this is good news for you. Will I watch it? No I’m sure age is a factor, but it’s time for me to ramble on … Continue reading The Phantom Menace 25 year celebrations
The Star Wars universe is taking The Mandalorian to the big screen. Here’s the announcement: Directed by Jon Favreau, and produced by Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, and Dave Filoni, The Mandalorian & Grogu will go into production in 2024. “I have loved telling stories set in the rich world that George Lucas created,” said Favreau. “The prospect of bringing the Mandalorian and his apprentice Grogu to the big … Continue reading Mandalorian movie and Ahsoka season 2 news
First up, kudos to the title with it’s large nod to CS Lewis. That’s the only positive thing I can find to say. If you’re a big fan, TLDR — I didn’t like it at all. If you’re still here, I’ll explain why I thought it was terrible, making last week’s nonsense seem OK in comparison. Quick note Just to make it clear the cast … Continue reading Ahsoka S1:08 The Jedi, The Witch and the Warlord — some thoughts
After being disappointed last week, my impression of Ahsoka continues to decline. Too much of this episode felt like filler. Much of the filler seemed designed just to let fans tick boxes on their Star Wars Bingo. Here and there I see bits of story, but overall I’m with General Thrawn — let everyone else faff around being inconsequential while he focuses on the big picture. … Continue reading Ahsoka 1:07 Dreams and Madness — some thoughts
After last week’s reflective Sabine Wren free episode, we turn to season 1 episode 6 of Ahsoka — Far, Far Away. We begin with Ahsoka on her way (inside a space whale) to the other galaxy, and to pass the time, David Tennant’s robot gets to tell a story. Of course, it begins A Long Time Ago, In a Galaxy Far, Far Away… The action … Continue reading Ahsoka S1:06 Far, Far Away — some thoughts
Following the high-stakes ending of last week‘s season mid-point (as reviewed here), Ahsoka takes a beat to bring the action down several notches. We have nothing from the Empire’s trip to the other galaxy, nor any insight into what Sabine Drew is up to (my money is becoming a Dark Jedi (for now) to get herself using the Force finally). So what does happen in … Continue reading Ahsoka S1:05 Shadow Warrior — some thoughts
By the end of fourth part of Ahsoka (series 1), the title Fallen Jedi can apply to several characters, sadly including Sabine Wren. In any story (and let’s face it, Star Wars spin-offs are obliged to follow the Hero’s Journey), there has to be increasing darkness before the inevitable victory (at cost) for the good guys. So far Ahsoka sticks pretty much to the plot. … Continue reading Ahsoka S1:04 The Fallen Jedi — some thoughts
Symmetry Junction 