A Deeper Look At Cassian Andor! (How His Character Has Changed Star Wars)

[@buzzmooney2801]

Me, when the series was announced: "Why Cassian Andor?" Me, now: "Because Cassian Andor."

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I couldn’t have said it better.

[@Volkrad]

More like Chadssian Andor

[@owenywanperoni7939]

When Andor first came out all these usual Bozo’s where saying “who is this made for?” My answer was “Me!” This show is made for “Me!” 👍🏼 the show started with a guy on the run for 2 murders it gripped me right away! Watch season 1 rouge 1 then a new hope and see how differently you look at the stormtroopers now! I had not watched a new hope in years but it been elevated by this show! That’s saying something 👍🏼

[@Girder3]

I feel you. I was one of the few people who was looking forward to this when it was announced because I quite liked Rogue One. Especially since it was announced to be an espionage thriller with some serious writing chops backing it.

[@TheKermit2110]

Well said

[@acmebombfactory]

The art dealer Luthen is a rewrite of the art collector in Solo. The heist on Aldani is just a rewrite of the train heist from Solo. Andor is a rewrite of the failed Solo movie. Juan Solo.

[@CHOPRJOHN]

Andor is a very smart show, AND I'm much smarter than those "bozos" who don't get or like it! That's what your really saying, full of yourself much????

[@owenywanperoni7939]

@@CHOPRJOHN yeah the cartoon lovers! I love SW cartoons as much as the next guy but I’m 48 now and as much as I love SW they where not cutting it with the shows! Mandalorian great but a lot of filler and 1 of the main characters is 50 and in my opinion has special needs 4 a 50 year old but that’s ok! Obiwan a joke! I couldn’t even watch the last 2 episodes and I’ve lived Obiwan since 1977! The book of Boba? Don’t start me on that 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣 cyberpunk mods!!! In SW I’ll never forgive Rodriguez!!! NEVER!!! Who the f@&k okay’d that trash! It’s nice to finally be amongst like minded people so thanks for the reply you where on the money correctamundo! 🤣👍🏼

[@JohanHerrenberg]

Please continue your exploration and analysis. Andor deserves it!

[@jedimasterrimtouri5049]

Can't say enough about Diego Luna's acting, kept me glued throughout. And what can you say about Stellen Skarsgard, simply amazing. Loved this show can't wait for more

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I’m with you on that. Top notch for both and everyone else.

[@IsaacKuo]

Cassian had his dear friends to live for, but if he simply escaped with them, then he'd put them in the line of fire. He had plenty left to lose. But he did what he had to, in order to protect them best. As always, Cassian's family came first - the Rebellion would have what's left over.

[@IsaacKuo]

I mean, sometimes characters change. But I really like it when the character doesn't change - its their own perception of themselves that change.

[@Blazecap]

I always liked andor and kinda of shame he never got the spotlight like the other R1 team but his show changed not only how I look at R1 but ALL of Star Wars. It have not be hot in terms of streaming numbers but Forrest Gump wasn’t the highest grossing movie of its year but we still talk about that. It’s telling a story the deepens the mythology of Star Wars and had basically seen universal praise. Not the fandom menace can say anything too negative. That’s something special and having these week to week discussions with the fandom is the best experience I’ve ever had. 11/10

[@marvicty]

I felt the same way when I first heard of this series......why??, boy was I wrong. This series hit on so many levels, especially the one where ordinary folks occupy this vast galaxy and when pushed to a breaking point, will fight back

[@indiana_holmes]

I loved the direction and cinematography concerning the "feel of Star Wars." I remember I was a bit put off with how Ferrix and Morlana 1 and the first few episodes just didn't "feel like Star Wars," but by the end, when Cassian returns to Ferrix that has COMPLETELY changed! We see a heavy Imperial presence, with multiple squads of Stormtroopers patrolling in the background, droid surveillance and Imperial oppression suffocating the streets. While the first couple episodes didn't present much "Star Wars imagery," it was unmistakable by the end! I loved that artistic touch.

[@jetblast190]

Andor has set a high bar for all future SW content. The writing, dialogue delivery, and acting are of the highest level. Andor is for Rogue One that which TCW is for the the PT…they add much needed context and character development for their respective movies. If nothing else, Andor made the Empire feel intimidating again and gave real depth to the self sacrifice that revolution requires. Andor also introduced something new to the galaxy far, far away…the monologue written and delivered with high quality. Kino’s, Luthen’s, Nemik’s, and Maarva’s monologues are collectively my favorite moments in the series, a series that I honestly can’t find one piece of dialogue that was meaningless and disconnected from the story. Tony Gilroy and his production team deserve high credit for what they created. Can’t wait for season 2!

[@colleybri8912]

I love your take. Those who think that Cassian has no or clumsy character development need to watch more closely. And Luna’s performance is masterful. I particularly enjoy the buildup to the Aldhani heist, on a rewatch. The first time he openly defies an order, about flying the freighter, is also when you start to see his leadership capabilities. And in my opinion, it is here where he learns about being a true team player - telling them that he is a mercenary is as much about helping them successfully pull off the heist as it is about saving his own skin. He is genuinely embarrassed, I think, about revealing this to Nemik especially. A lesser show would have this become the key moment where he changes into the Rogue One character but this show is so much better than that. It’s a gradual change over time. Absolutely brilliant.

[@llEverydayCarnivorell]

Gerald, though Cassian Andor is the main character m, I found myself completely intrigued by Mon Mothma. Elegant, cunning, and mesmerizingly beautiful, I think she’s a great character to do an in depth spotlight! Thx!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

She is a great character! And when I finish the Syril Karn video I’m working on, she will be next. Thank you!

[@llEverydayCarnivorell]

@@STARWARS_FANATIC thanks G! I’m looking forward to it!!! ~Bryan

[@Rey20171]

In addition the second best thing that the andor series has done is make me appreciate Rogue One even more not that I didn’t before

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I’m with you. I’ve watched Rogue One 3 times since Andor finished.

[@TheodoraBrass]

I love all the layers to these characters!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I agree. It’s great writing!

[@bogdand3929]

Loved every bit of it! Star Wars is an amaizing universe, everything that showed up till now have it's own place and wont be same , can't understand why some fans will always comment in regard with a movie or another, everything makes the entire STAR WARS universe so stop whine and embrace for granted what shows up😉👍

[@garyp.5151]

I'd be interested in knowing the opinions of actors starring in the other Star Wars projects (mainly the Skywalker timeline) on Andor.

[@nayrapumar1185]

Oh, the character analysis will be so good!! Please, do it!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Already going into the fourth on. I’ll change the description of this one and add links to the others.

[@johnsieverssr8288]

Thank you "Fanatic"...I enjoy your interpretations...Can't wait for the next episode.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Thank you so much!

[@octopusfly]

I hope that you talk about all of the characters. You have a soothing voice and engaging ideas! ~an American in Korea 🇰🇷

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Thank you! I’m working on the Syril Karn video right now.

[@octopusfly]

@@STARWARS_FANATIC That will be good to listen to. His cringey speach to the men just before hunting-down Andor was what captivated me to his character.

[@willymccoy3427]

I almost didn't start watching Andor and only did a few weeks after it started. I've yet to see Rogue One still. But Andor sure grew on me fast. Much like the Bad Batch did.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I was the same way! I actually teared up in the Bad Batch finale.

[@cye58]

My assessment ANDOR has been some of the best writing & acting for a series of any kind for anything. The Big Head trip for me is we're talking Star Wars. "Right" ? Could you ever imagine that. After the years of trash that's been on the screen for Star Wars. 👁️

[@darthkenobi_thg627]

A most perfect take on andor I 100 percent agree with it all. While not my type of ideal Star Wars or how I prefer my Star Wars it was a perfectly told story with great character development. Cassian is practically the Latino Han Solo. The guy was a key piece for n stealing loads of money from the empire, he practically came up with the plan to escape the prison and was literally the sole reason they all escaped. (If he wasn’t there no one probably would even attempted) and the guy evaded 3 different factions trying to kill or capture him at the same time (one being the empire with a freggin super army) all while breaking his girlfriend out from capture of the empire itself. It doesn’t get more bad ass than that my friend. I wasn’t that big on Cassian before but he definitely earned a new fan after this one.

[@gordongraham7]

I was really excited from the moment this series was announced. When I saw the first trailer, I had goosebumps. I had a feeling this would be something special and I'm glad I was right. I loved it!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

When I saw the first trailer is when I lost my mind. (In a good way).

[@javiervidal366]

Yes please do a character analysis of others. Also, would be fun to speculate on Luthen's origin story. What was his life like, 15 years ago, that led him to the Rebellion. I'd like to think he was a teacher or was around the younglings when they were killed. Or was part of Padmes group (advisor or father). Or an ex Jedi. Just for fun.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Thank you! I’ve done two other analysis since this video. And I’ve done a couple videos on whether Luthen was a Sith or Jedi, just for fun.

[@JuanSerradelaFuente]

Very good. Yes you should character analysis. Keep the good work

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Thank you!

[@ianhenry1031]

Hi Gerald awesome video I would love for you to do another video on other people in andor really enjoyed this video thank you Star Wars Fanatic

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Thank you! I should have the next one done tomorrow.

[@ianhenry1031]

@@STARWARS_FANATIC great to hear

[@WalksWithGod21]

Sir. You are really good!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Thank you so much!

[@WalksWithGod21]

@@STARWARS_FANATIC thank you for your excellent work. Intelligent, smooth, so much sense! You remind me of an expert reader., delivering the right material with skill that inspires imagination. Clearly you are some steps above the rest! I could go on but one of my favorite channels in any genre!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

@@WalksWithGod21 I really do appreciate that. I’m so glad you enjoy it.

[@knutthenerd]

Personally i think Andor might be the best star wars live action series so far!. The only competition is The Mandalorian. But The Mandalorian is a different type of show than Andor. The Book of Boba Fett and Obi-Wan Kenobi are good but Mando and Andor is a little bit better.

[@emde4207]

I now refer to this Series as the "Thinking man's Star Wars", when people who know me ask me about the show. No Jedi (for now) but great story telling. Star Wars on T.v (George) has finally caught up to HBO.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I couldn’t agree more. I hope we get more of this style…even if Jedi are present in the other series.

[@nn6152]

Remember he didn’t kill the 1st officer on purpose. He couldn’t believe he was dead. Awesome series.

[@wendycanuck1019]

Is Kleya, Cassian’s little sister? Remember, she knew him as her big brother Kassa, and probably thought he died on Kenari. Perhaps she barely remembers anything from when she was so young. How much do we remember from when we were 4 years old?

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

That's a great question. I'd like to know that, as well.

[@jimmypena3317]

I also went into this show with low expectations and I was blown away!!! This needs to be the Star wars type of story telling going forward, not saying that Jedi or Sith needs to be excluded, there are many stories past or present that can be told however needs to be done with quality and care minus the woke / identity politics

[@Hardhatreptiles95]

Maybe I shouldn't have canceled my Disney+ subscription but maybe I made the right move who knows

[@jamiemunn9200]

I was honestly uninterested in a Andor series at first, and then saw the cast. Stellan will always be one of my favorite actors and he usually chooses excellent roles. So when the trailers actually hit I gave it a shot. Truly a masterpiece in storytelling. It was gripping right from the first scene. Anyone who says this isn't "Star wars" has no clue about the Original IP and proper worldbuilding in general.

[@matto5704]

I appreciate your attempt to deep dive on all these Andor characters but these characters will never be iconic. The show has been ok and in some ways better than Kenobi or Boba Fett. But I’ll probably never go back and rewatch. 3-4 good episodes and 6-7 fillers. And could have been told in about 8. 0 characters I’m inspired by or emotionally attached to. Best May be the B2 droid. Miles behind Rogue One!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I’m sorry you didn’t really like it. But…as with all Star Wars…there’s something for everyone. And some things are not for everyone. I would never fault anyone for their opinions and dislikes. We are all Star Wars fans in the end.

[@oohbadbad]

Yes I agree 👍 wasn't sure it would be any good but turned out to be one of my favorite shows can't wait till the next season 😀...

[@brettlueckfeld6248]

The first season was fantastic & so are. Your breakdowns. I was hoping to see the Emperor but I don’t expect to see him unless the series hits 3 seasons

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Thank you! And I agree. Even if it’s just a holo of the Emperor.

[@PaDdOcKcHanNeL1]

Andor feels like Rouge One.

[@scowlistic]

Since... ROTJ.

[@Rey20171]

The galaxy is too big to stay in one place

[@marcgoodwin7183]

Couldn't disagree more with the characterisation and development you give for Cassian in the show. It's none existent for me...he's all over the place. In my opinion, Cassian's story arc is poorly structured with a heavy dependence on great individual scene writing and acting. Just take a step back and think about how he progresses from one situation to the next and the convenient timing / plot developments involved...it's hard to take it seriously. We're supposed to believe that the events of this season have a drastic effect on Cassian's willingness to join the rebellion? How, with everything that happened to him before this show he should already be a die hard rebel. Surely it would have made sense to show him as such and portray how his childhood innocence is corrupted by his resistance group to turns him into the cold-hearted killer we see in Rouge One. We aren't supposed to like Cassian Andor, his redemption comes in Rouge One when he doesn't pull that trigger... I'm not sure who was in charge of the overall narrative of the show but I think it's telling that John Knoll and Gary Whitta provided the story for Rogue One and don't seem to have been involved in Andor. Strange how when you click with a show you can gush with positive feelings about it but when you don't, all you can see are negatives. The show only clicked with me for the first 10 minutes of Episode 1. I suppose it's kinda boring if we all see things the same way though, right?

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I get it. It isn’t for everyone. I think I’m a little different. If I don’t like something, I just leave it alone. I can go on and on about how broccoli is the Devil’s food…but I know a lot of people like it.

[@LaraA55]

I absolutely agree with your analysis and you are right. It would be boring if everyone loved it or saw things the same way. Andor himself wasn't the main protagonist and driving the narrative foward. I am more into a balanced analysis when I look at a show., the good and bad elements as nothing is perfect, a masterpiece ( well from a certain subjective point of view) in real life and in the media. I liked the show, it certainly had great things to it but my god, I did see many flaws with it as well. This show as I see it is for a small niche of the fandom but not for the overall fandom per se. I know of many who love it and some who don't. For me this show was just good, just okay and average but I still embraced it as there is a place for Star Wars shows like this in the Star Wars Universe, like with the other shows. I don't compare shows and say it is the best Star Wars ever. For me. this doesn't make sense, it lacks logic as the shows are all different in how they made, style of storytelling, themes and of course characters. The shows should be looked at complimenting one another not being the best ever. Comparing Mando to Andor for instance is like comparing chalk and cheese.

[@ryanmcnamara8742]

I wouldn't say its the best sw we've had in Disney era (Mando is clearly better) It was very slow not very exciting and only got a bit star warsy near the end

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Yes, if action is your thing, then Mando is better. And as far as that aspect you’re right.

[@jonathanmaurice478]

You're probably going to anyways but I would love more analysis!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I was seriously debating stopping after Syril Karn but now I’m going to continue. Thank you!

[@pfv1247]

I appreciate the respect the producers have for the viewer. I'm grateful there are no catchy phrases, no magical beings, no super heroes, no above average characters (except Luthen :> ) Nothing marketable. This series walks on the edge of being rated R for its complex and intense subject. No way I'd let a 9-15 year old watch this.

[@dadman1807]

BUT NO ITS TERRIBLE BECAUSE IT HAD SCREWS AND BRICKS CLEARLY VISIBLE THROUGHOUT THE SHOW !!!!

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Okay, I had to literally laugh at that. Thanks! I needed that.

[@dadman1807]

@@STARWARS_FANATIC hahahaa I couldn’t resist. Great content btw i strongly agree that andor is a nice refreshing change of pace for the Star Wars universe.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

@@dadman1807 yeah I knew exactly what you were talking about hahaha. And thank you!

[@TheAncientAstronomer]

Andor is NOT one of the best shows... It's the BEST star wars show ever!!🥳🥳🥳 Btw, bricks and screws, are probably one of the most realistic stuff in star wars! 😁

[@dadman1807]

@@TheAncientAstronomer it’s on par if not some aspects of it stronger than mando but it’s certainly better than anything else disney have put out in recent years

[@nancyholcombe8030]

There are always two different people who make a needed change happen. Some are born to it, like Luke and Leia, others become part of it by wanting to become a part of something more, like Cassian Andor. This is true in reality as well. Dr. Martin Luther King and Rep. John Lewis come to mind in modern times. Andor proves positive change is good on so many levels and that is what we weren't expecting.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

I completely agree. And that touches home with a lot of us.

[@nancyholcombe8030]

@@STARWARS_FANATIC yes it does.

[@JohnFourtyTwo]

I couldn’t disagree more. Dr. Martin Luther King and Representative John Lewis were peaceful demonstrators in the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. King gave inspirational speeches and all their speeches and marches were peaceful. Cassian is a straight up murdering terrorists which is the completely opposite of Dr. King and Representative Lewis. It’s completely vile vile to compare them to Cassian. You both need to read an American history book before making these comparisons. There are plenty of other freedom fighters in American history like Davey Crocket who fought and killed but not Dr. King, Representative Lewis and their followers. I’m very disappointed you chose to equate Cassian to those two men so couldn’t be any more different.

[@rickg8015]

Would be interesting to see if Gilroy and Filoni collaborate and what the outcome would be like.. Favreau is too hit and miss for me, even if I liked Zathura and the first Iron Man a tad.. His best will always be Swingers lol..

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

Don’t forget Elf lmao

[@mikecally5720]

I wanted to see Cass tell Bix at the shipyard in the end, "We need a fast ship." Then they hear from behind them, "Someone say they need a fast ship?" and they turn to see Han and Chewy standing in front of the Millennium Falcon.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

“I thought you said this thing was fast!”

[@mikecally5720]

@@STARWARS_FANATIC Watch your mouth, kid, or you'll find yourself floating home.

[@bbkg1979]

Just got an email, Disney+ will increase from $7.99 to $10.99. CANCELLED! Time to dust off my pirate ship in preparation for Season 2.

[@STARWARS_FANATIC]

That is sad news.

[@LaraA55]

Thank the force for torrent...I don't pay for anything🤣

[@cye58]

Sir I understand your decision but for me. Disney Plus is the only service that I'm willing to actually pay for that has everything that I'm into. Regardless of how much I actually hate the company that's life. 👁️

[@LaraA55]

@@cye58 I can't afford for any subscription due to my financial circumstances. This is why I use a vpn and torrent. Not everyone can afford a streaming service.

[@cye58]

It's like I said I understand that if I lose my job everything's going so I feel you ! 👁️