STV 01: Andor (Gilroy, 2022)
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Tim and Tay leave pretentious and inconvenient movies behind and switch to the principal media of the modern age: streaming TV. In the first episode of Solo TV Dinner we explore Andor and how it finds impressive depth working within the Star Wars IP machine. Synopsis Andor tells the story of the titular hero’s journey from apathetic rogue to dyed-in-the-wool rebel, acting as a prequel to Rogue One. Starring Diego Luna and created by Tony Gilroy, Andor premiered Sept. 21, 2022. Andor is available to watch on Disney+. Notes Papillon (Schaffner, 1973)Stellan Skarsgård on his careerR2D2 in spanishEpisode: "One Way Out" [S1E10] Cassian and his allies attempt to seize a rare opportunity that could lead to victory. Mom Mothma brokers a new deal with a shady politician in order to ensure the future of the rebellion. Recommendations Tim: UtopiaTay: Star Wars: VisionsFollow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
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