Andor 1x7 and 1x8 Reactions | Announcement | Narkina 5

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0:00 Opening
10:03 Announcement
30:26 Narkina 5
52:39 Ending
Editing and Visual Elements: Xander What
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[@TealJosh]

Dedra is an amazing character. The most terrifying thing imaginable in fascism is competence. She's a massive threat to the rebellion. The leader or chair of ISB is right, she needs to watch her back, fascism detests competence.

[@sitting_nut]

so does usa regime, the modern empire. competence seem abhorrent to it as it murders and imprisons away. is it fascist, with its ruling elite of incompetent bureaucrats and oligarchs?

[@Biomirth]

Watch her interviewed. She's amazing. Here she is with the other women of Andor: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2ioc4CdmpJ0iNE

[@ubersc00ber]

Love that the show uses her competence as a reason the audience should root for her when it is that same quality that makes her so dangerous.

[@wtimmins]

The dialog in this series are just... astronomical. It makes me realize how lacking a lot of other shows are.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

The dialog and delivery and pacing is so GOOD

[@wtimmins]

@@funnylilgalreacts There are scenes to come that will absolutely send chills.

[@BanyanTree1]

The first dialogue between Mon Mothma and Tay may be my favorite scene of the season. There's more tension and maneuvering in that scene than in some entire movies.

[@benjaminroe311ify]

@@BanyanTree1 YES. Honestly this series can't get underserved praise. It deserves all the praise for writing, acting, cinematography, etc etc etc. It's AMAZING and incredibly rewatchable just to catch all the amazing performances again and again...

[@jackransom.]

Team Nemik. He took the hit of Cassian being a hired gun and rolled with it. He even came up with an ethos to support it overnight. He will be missed : (.

[@kerouac.jackson]

The interrogation scene between Meero and Karn was interesting. She appeared to be trying to mentally beat him down, but Karn was relatively unaffected by it thanks to a lifetime of suffering similar abuse from his mother, only much more thoroughly. As far as this goes, Meero is still just holding his mother's beer.

[@m.e.3862]

Here’s to Xander 😁👍 Also you can just say it: Saw is nuts. He’s a loose cannon that Luthen tries to aim in the direction that works for the rebellion as a whole. And the dialogue between him and Luthen is probably some of the best in the show. Great performances by Forrest Whittaker and Stellan Skarsgard! I like the serious tone of the show. I also like The Bad Batch but the animated series always undercut themselves with stuff like goofball snoopy nosed battle droids that high five each other for a great tank shot or a tactical droid that actually uses binoculars. I really appreciate a show that forgoes all of that just for a change.😊

[@Shawn_M]

I think they've done a GREAT job with Saw's character throughout different shows/movies. He was always a radical but you see him get progressively worse. Culminating in... 'Bor gullet!' where he was so paranoid he couldn't even accept good news. So paranoid he suspected a girl he raised from a child might be there to kill him.

[@ferchrissakes]

1:06:17 And Melshi, one of the guys at Cassian’s table. He’s in Rogue One too.

[@dandybus1582]

Andor is the best Star Wars content we’ve had since Return of the Jedi. Hot take, I know. Here’s the deal: Every character on both sides of the struggle are deep and relatable. The empire is formidable again! No more of the stupid decisions we’ve seen time and time again in shows like the Mandalorian and Kenobi. All of the performances are fantastic! Mon Mothma is deserving of several awards for what she is able to convey in this show. The dialogue is superb, especially when the conversations have multiple meanings. We as the audience know the real intent of the discussions, but it’s easy to see how someone listening in without the context would be fooled. No God-Mode Jedi characters to deus ex machina troubles away. And while we know what characters will walk away because of their appearance in later shows/movies, their character arcs still carry meaning, showing us how they develop from who they are when the show begins to who they become in later films. I absolutely adore this show and I hope you do, too.

[@Shad0w5carab]

So I was already hooked on this series at this point but WOW that scene between Mon and Tay took it to a whole other level. The writing and acting were just *chefs kiss* incredible. How they turned Mon Mothma from a throwaway side character to one of the most complex and captivating characters in the entire franchise will never cease to amaze me

[@rdkirk3834]

Then they wasted her again in Ahsoka, making her look like a dunce.

[@Shawn_M]

Mon Mothma is challenging Avasarala for best dressed space Queen. She's BRINGIN IT!

[@3mrwright]

Episode 7 is one of my favorite in the series. The Clem flashback scene is just so heartbreaking. Marva, Marva, Marva... that scene with her & Cassian was beautiful. The fact that Cassian helped inspire her to stand up to the empire is so poetic. Then we got mommy Mothma with Tay giving a performance of lifetime. Every time we see her she looks great. The wardrobe in this show is spectacular. Episode 8 (& 9) is where the audience stops rooting for Dedra. This show does such a good job of humanizing the empire. Look forward to seeing your reaction to episode 9 & 10. Thanks for the reaction

[@benjaminroe311ify]

YES!

[@Dynnen]

The acting/casting/story/writing/cinematography/sound design throughout this series is absolutely bonkers. Glad you came back ❤️

[@jazzx251]

you forgot costumes and music!

[@benjaminroe311ify]

AMEN!

[@aartsst3227]

Another great reaction! The way we find ourselves rooting for Dedra until they start revealing just how terrifying a FULLY Committed - and Competent - Imperial truly can be, is just outstanding. Scene after scene, the writing, the acting, the visuals.. it's ALL top shelf. Easily one of the best shows i've ever watched. And speaking of excellent shows - As a fellow "Expanse" fan, who has the better wardrobe - Mon Mothma, or Chrisjen Avasaralla?? 😋 Thanks again for re-starting this show!!

[@funnylilgalreacts]

Chrisjen wins every time 😉 The thing that I love about Dedra is that she is able to display so much anger in just a tiny little lip twitch, but her words are so controlled.

[@aartsst3227]

@@funnylilgalreacts agreed - (on both counts) - focused controlled anger is just as frightening, if not more so, then uncontrolled outbursts

[@kirkdarling4120]

In her own way, she can do more damage than Darth Vader. For that matter, Tarkin did more damage than Darth Vader.

[@nefariousgremlin7554]

I really enjoy how all in all Partagaz is really respectful and supportive of Dedra. Interesting relationship between the two.

[@ferchrissakes]

Yup, Vel was meeting Luthen’s assistant - and you’re not the only one who had a hard time recognizing her with her hair down. She almost looked more like Carrie Fisher. But it’s her. And yes, Luthen wants Cassian dead. Like he said, Cassian’s disposable, he can identify Luthen, unlike Vel (who Luthen would likely also kill in a heartbeat if necessary) he’s not a committed rebel, and he’s completed the heist. Literally no upsides to Luthen letting him live, only risks. Others have said it, but the show made the Empire is a proper antagonist again. TIE fighters aren’t quite just gnats to swat away, officers are competent and cruel even when they’re toadies, and, heck, Stormtroopers can aim! And then to make a labor camp/prison where the prisoners do most of the policing and prisoners are split up based on homeworld to keep them from ganging up… Arresting a Mexican for walking while Mexican. The PORD. And cubicle farms too! The Empire has everything. Other than that: Yes, Maarva, yes, Andy Serkis, and yes, Mon’s wardrobe. Her and Avasarala, man. That’s the crossover.

[@Valp85]

I know it's not our classic star wars fare but I love the scenes within the ISB. They're not mustache twirling bad guys or screaming fanatics. They are conducting that room like an ivy league professor and his PhD candidates would go about problem solving, and it is so compelling.

[@m.e.3862]

I compare them to the SS in the dispassionate way they consider people as a problem that needs to be solved or cured like an infection. The staff meetings remind me the film The Wansee Conference in their tone.

[@Valp85]

@@m.e.3862 Oh thanks for reminding me of that movie! Is it out on any streaming services yet? I only heard about it through the award-buzz it was gathering

[@m.e.3862]

@@Valp85 The full movie is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2q4mJKDjbmie6c

[@MikeWood]

The conversation at the party between Mon Mothma and Tay was like a Shakespearean dialogue between two conspirators. :) And the closing of Episode 7 was reminiscent of Terry Gilliam's Brazil bureaucracy from the 80s. Did you recognize who was at the work table when, as K2 might have said, Andor was 'imprisoned in prison?' ;)

[@spacemaster13]

Letsss gooooo Andor💜💜

[@georgehamilton8330]

So happy you gave this a second chance when the time was right, and are as enthralled as I was. Incredible performances, all the characters with cast iron motivation, actors having a field day with dialogue and situations most actors would kill for, and sets, actual sets, a sense of scale and proportion, none of that shambling about in front of the volume. Give the writers all the chocolate, great work.

[@MbgFire2067]

Genevieve O'Reilly plays Mon Mothma. She was in a deleted scene with Bail Organa and others as the Committee of 100. She also performed the voice acting for the animated Mon Mothma in Rebels.

[@kirkdarling4120]

Who'd have thought that there was such an compelling story around Mon Mothma?

[@baron7755]

dont forget Rogue One too

[@enemyoftherepublic777]

It was the Delegation of 2000 actually

[@_ripVanWinkle_]

That Mon and Tay scene still lingers in my head

[@wtimmins]

The old guy, Ulaf, is Christopher Fairbank. He played the antiquities dealer in Guardians of the Galaxy.

[@SherlockHolmez]

And the guy Batman says "I'm Batman" to in the Tim Burton movie

[@voiceofraisin3778]

@@SherlockHolmez Also Doctor Who, Aardman a coupe of times and Pirates of the Caribbean, the man hasnt stopped working solidly in the last 50 years. He still needs to get Star Trek and a Disney movie to complete the full set though.

[@artboymoy]

@@voiceofraisin3778 Yeah, I recognized him from "Flatline" which is probably my favorite Capaldi episode. The Batman thing was cool too but that's like 30 years ago...

[@pseudonymousbeing987]

WOOOHOOOO Andor's back. I'm very happy now that I've noticed 😊

[@coreymoore2719]

Is your chain a caffeine molecule?!?!...It's definitely some sort of organic molecule and it's pretty freaking cool.... But yeah Andy Serkis acts so good in this it's a tragedy that they always covered up his face.

[@HelloThere.GeneralKenobi]

Fiona Shaw totally cemented the phrase, "Hate the character, respect the actor" in my heart. I do not hate Maarva, I became a fan of Shaw from this episode alone. I'm so thankful she became a part of the STAR WARS family. Thank you, Xander!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@snowhawk04]

Narkina 5's prison facility is Amazon warehouses.

[@charlie53echo]

The parallel between the prison and the cubicle farm does such a tremendous job of demonstrating the values of the Empire: oppressive, clean, efficient...everyone is expected to act like crabs in a bucket, clawing their way up at the cost of those around them. Every episode is better than the last. Let me echo all the comments that are greatful you chose to give it another chance. 👍 Can't wait for more.

[@JozyMozy]

Saw GerrEERRA?! 🤯 and I completely agree about Michael Sheen: his character might begin as an intense and scary prison boss, but evolves in such a phenomenal way 😁

[@ReclusiarchLP]

The writing, the acting! It's sooo good! :D I love it, and I love this darker Star Wars I'm seeing! And I'll be honest - not used to this kind of amazing writing/acting in my Star Wars. =) Hope this is a benchmark for the going forward!

[@lewstherintelamon1726]

It took me way to long to start this series! I love that it takes its time with the characters and gives us a sense of the inner workings of the burgeoning rebellion and the Empire. And we finally get something new set on Corsucant!!

[@ZealZaddy]

I'm glad you're back. To me, this is the adult version of Star Wars. It's intellligent, emotional, and gut-wrenching. What it loses with light sabres and the force it makes up for in subterfuge, clandestine operations, and plats.

[@TheParagade]

One of the many things I loved about this show is that even the characters that are undeniably evil are compelling and enjoyable to watch.

[@TheParagade]

Like, I could watch an entire series about Meero and Partagaz. They're bad guys, and them succeeding at their goals is an objectively bad outcome, but it's so so entertaining to watch them succeed.

[@Eric_S.]

Really loving your reaction and commentary! Can't wait for you to see the rest. 💜

[@benjaminroe311ify]

Thank you so much for reacting to this masterpiece. Your comments and thoughts are fun to listen to.

[@teambanzai9491]

The prison on Narkina 5 is more insidious than you think. As to what it is they are manufacturing there, don't miss the post credits scene in Rix Road (Episode 12) to find out.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

Already watched it 😉

[@ABCDG13]

Please No Spoilers!

[@TheChiraagG]

@@funnylilgalreacts hope it was worth it for you! Will keep an eye out for the youtube releases! I loved this show!

[@mutley7773]

Another great reaction to the beautiful work of art that is this show. So well crafted in every way. Also, you might want to list this video properly as I only found it by chance by clicking on the Andor season 1 playlist.

[@SnazzyAI]

This is one of the best shows I've ever seen, regardless of it being in the Star Wars universe.

[@AngeloBarovierSD]

What sometimes gets forgotten in the (entirely appropriate) praise of the acting in ANDOR is the writing. Stephen Schiff was the lead writer of the standalone episode "Announcement", which is a fulcrum for the series narrative, and he did a terrific job. His pedigree includes being a writer and producer on the spy-fi series THE AMERICANS. And it shows. Wonderful stuff, especially all the scenes with two characters talking. Everyone catches up with someone else in rudimentary scenes that become delicious through dialogue. But this next arc, (episodes 8, 9, and 10) starting with "Narkina 5", had Beau Willimon as its lead writer and that was an amazing "get" for a Star Wars series on Disney+. Willimon is not only a playwright (a medium which is more reliant on words than filmed media) but was also the showrunner (and thus head writer) for the first four seasons of HOUSE OF CARDS. His aptitude for doublespeak and conversational subterfuge which can still be understood by the audience is on full display in these three episodes. Heck, there is so much character on display in subtext and action, as well. In rewatching the series, I've picked up on storybeats and character cues I missed the first time around - consciously anyway. (It sits on Osmosis Hill which safely overlooks the Uncanny Valley, but that's a longer discussion and something for another time.) It's so wonderful to see how characters were built in subtle and organic ways. We knew who they were without being "told" who they were. And their pivotal choices felt natural because of it, without losing any tension or tragedy. When they instruct writers to "show, don't tell", _this_ is what they mean. The writing in this series is a league ahead of every other Star Wars series OR MOVIE. It's not for everyone, I'll grant, _because_ it's so serious, dense, and layered. Not everyone likes their Star Wars like this. ...but it sure as Sith is perfect for me.

[@LucasxDucas]

Love the new opening and reaction to Andor. This show transcends Star Wars in many facets. Keep up the great work!

[@Drudenfusz]

I am so glad that the show is working for you, I really loved it and hoped to see eventually your reactions to it.

[@Drrck11]

I'm binge-watching Andor this weekend.

[@operatorlink]

This show explains the concept of the banality of evil. Evil always doesn't have to just people doing obviously evil actions, it could be people just trying to do their job but fail to question their actions and how it affect others. In this show it shows right and wrong isn't clear, even people like Luthen is ok with putting people into sufferring in the name of rebeling against the system. So while you say Syril Karn is just doing his job, while true doesn't mean his actions would not cause harm to others. During WWII in germany there were lots of people who were also just doing their job, but their actions cause the death of many.

[@JohnnyZ716]

I'd say starting with episode 6 is where it really started to get my attention. The start of the series was a bit drawn out and I can understand why so many thought that way, esp reactors bc the show didn't really give you much to actually react to. But now it starts to pick up. Stellan Skarsgard is my favorite of this series. His character is just so calm and cool. When he speaks, you're just drawn in to listen to his every word.

[@preciousotoakhia9789]

What does luthen think of order 66 and clones

[@lanchid8297]

The "other guy" you asked about; the other supervisor at the ISB, who looked like he was sleeping during Dedra's report, was the general Anakin worked with during the Clone Wars.

[@jackson857]

11:04 That was Wulf Yularen speaking there. Anakin's Admiral during the Clone Wars and the current head of the ISB.

[@cliveklg7739]

Every single actor in this show just delivers every single time they are on screen. It such a joy to watch. And heartbreaking the emotion they are able to bring out at times. But its a nice cathartic experience. There is a pianist with a nice digital visual demo of the end credits music on yt. The full track is really good.

[@wrytar7717]

Yeah, Dedra, you go girl! Show these lazy ... oh. Oh no...😂 But in ernest: Aside from the dialog and character writing, I love the subtlety in the writing. Like, for example, Syril who is so insecure in himself that he even steps out of the way of droids that barely reach his ankle.

[@adriancooper78]

I was thinking about that escape plan too.... Oh god!! I can't to see your reaction to the next episodes of this series!!! Get ready like the Expanse these writers have impacted Star Wars forever...

[@wombat5334]

love this series soo much. Reignighted my love of star wars.

[@Hamstar78]

The Narkina 5 Prison is inspired by George Luca's THX 1138 :)

[@vmanxb0987]

We are getting in the thick of it now! Let's flippn go! Yo shout out to Xander!

[@stukay2803]

How have I missed these?? Must go back and find them all!

[@BloodDjimon614]

It's nice when a filmaker and writer takes Star Wars seriously for once.

[@rexwilliams7643]

It is Star Wars, just the gritty, hard, nasty Star Wars that has to happen to enable a rebellion. I love the Jedi, lightsabres and the force but they alone would not have overthrown the empire. This series shows the nasty reality of rebellion.

[@preciousotoakhia9789]

Does the rebellion see clones as traitors because of order 66

[@chris-hz2wd]

Andor is the best thing Star Wars has done and it was my favourite show of last year by a long shot. Yeah it’s cool to see Jedi sith and mandalorians, there weapons and Lore. Andor made Star Wars real. It’s our story in the Star Wars universe, what would you do living under a fascist regime? How would you react? With no special powers? Rebel. What would you do if you worked in the empire, believed in it, unhindered and a safe distance away from palpatine but needing to produce results from your demanding superiors? Crush the rebellion, it is a master class in writing and acting

[@marksullivan7766]

glad you are back to Andor

[@spacemanspiff3052]

I am always surprised how much I love the Mon Mothma scenes. These stand/sit around talkie scenes featuring her among all the glam and grandeur are as tension filled as the gritty action scenes. I agree with you, Mon Mothma’s husband is horrible . . . he and Syril’s Mom deserve one another. Yuck!

[@dcplunkett]

Props to Xander!

[@kirkdarling4120]

The acting in every episode is amazing. You should remember Andor's fellow prisoner Melshi. He was one of Andor's team on Scarrif in Rogue One. Saw is a character we've seen evolve through the animations to his end in Rogue One, and this is an interesting part of that evolution. We've seen Mon Mothma recurring numerous times in later-time Star Wars stories...with no sign of her family. And this point, Andor actually seems to be the least important character of his own series. All the other characters are a lot more interesting. By the end, though, you realize that's planned.

[@zipzeolocke2]

Melshi is probably one of the most important characters to remember because he is still with Andior in the movie Rogue One

[@dwmarch]

I'm looking forward to your next reactions, there is so much good stuff in this show!

[@mikebrown7799]

HI Angela!🙂The prison design is very interesting. I've seen various aspects of its design from several futuristic sci-fi films with prisons. There are many reactors doing "The Last of Us" right now. I think I've seen a total of 8. You might want to wait a little bit for that. Zander doing an EXCELLENT job on your editing!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@pianoman1857]

11:05 the guy talking is Colonel Yularen! He was the Admiral who fought alongside Anakin Skywalker in Clone Wars (and also of course the iconic narrator at the beginning of each episode) :)

[@roewedge]

Was definitely waiting for your reactions and analysis. Especially when I can get none of my friends to watch the damn show !

[@funnylilgalreacts]

Aww thanks! Yeah, it took some pushing to get me back. I have no regrets. Eventually more people will come around and watch it.

[@roewedge]

@@funnylilgalreacts I believe so as well. I know when it was running it kept growing in viewership because of its quality and people telling other people they need to watch! Like what you said in that it's star wars and not at the same time but it's definitely star wars thing. It's a very lived in universe where these places feel real and the events there actually happened sort of thing.

[@cyberdan42]

At this point, Luthen knows that Cassian is primarily a mercenary, self-interested and not a committed believer in the Rebellion. So he is a long-term liability. The position Luthen has to take is that unless he believes someone is a true believer in the battle (and its inherent sacrifices), they constitute a security risk. So Saw, for all his mono-focussed fanaticism, is trustworthy because of that commitment. In contrast, Cassian is clearly not (yet) fully committed to the Empire's downfall (compared to Marva, as seen in her short and crucial speech).

[@DarthPlaya]

I truly truly enjoy your reactions and I'm so glad I talked you into completing this series. (joking)😄Now I'm enjoying it even more because I've seen it to the seasons finale and I get to knowingly smile during your speculations, and say in my head "Just wait FunnyLilGal, you are not going to believe how that situation is going to turn out" Sprayed my coffee when you called Olaf Ouffy 🤣

[@JMurfling]

Thank you Xander

[@traydevon]

Can’t wait for the next four. Always looking forward to more. 😅

[@bcross9109]

Fiona Shaw honestly the mvp of the season. And I'm consistently fascinated that Brits think of Niamos as Space Benidorm and Americans think of it as Space Miami lol

[@carykneller1159]

One of the guys at Cassian's table is named Melshi. He is in Rogue One also.

[@nubiannerd]

Loving the new intro!

[@artboymoy]

Title sequence!!! Looks great! Hilarious that Syril had to get out of the way of the mouse droid. I didn't recognize Kleya at first either with her hair down. She looks a bit like Carrie Fisher there and boy does Vel clean up nicely. They want Cassian dead because he knows Luthen is doing stuff and he's not with their group, so he's a liability. Yes, Mon's outfits are gorgeous! It's great seeing Dedra succeed in her pursuit. It's not wrong to enjoy some good office politics. It's interesting how the Empire works because they don't seem to have facial recognition in Star Wars, which is fine.

[@ChrisReise]

Yes, Fiona Shaw is an amazing actor. I've loved her since she played Aunt Petunia in the Harry Potter franchise.

[@Citizen88020120820]

I think this is my favorite series of 2022 especially in relation to our world now...

[@andyb1653]

"Luthen's behind the Rebellion" Shit, at this point in the timeline, Luthen **IS** the Rebellion.

[@Samminish]

Great vid ~~ Does the inmate 'Melche' ring a bell, huh???

[@nickthepeasant]

Oh I am excessively excited for the next two episodes.

[@thorinwoods2642]

The only one to remember at the table is Melshi. If you’ve seen Rogue One you’ll know why.

[@mecheel7635]

its one of the most frightening prison scenes i have ever seen. Its frightening how emotionless and creepy the system is. you can even feel the dread in every second.

[@fvc1612]

I’ve just subscribed because i had the same reaction as you in this episode at the moment I watched it 😅

[@Tr0nzoid]

My mother likes watching Star Wars shows. She started watching "Andor" but didn't finish beyond the first episode and lost motivation. I understand that but the most intriguing stuff really starts with the fourth episode, particularly with Mon Mothma.

[@ArgosySpecOps]

I like the new intro!😃

[@benjaminroe311ify]

The juxtaposition of the beautiful Coruscant villa and the politicians enjoying fine food and drink while feeling "safe" because of PORD while the prisoners on Narkina 5 worry about beling electrecuted every day while getting worked down to the bone and having only slop without flavor to eat... because of PORD. Is Wonderful story telling juxtaposition.

[@SovKnight]

Play close attention to the acting in this series. It is phenomenal. And I'm telling you now it gets even better. No spoilers, but there a character that makes a speech in a later episode that will give you goosebumps. SO good.

[@nickblood7080]

1. the empire is scary again for the first time since empire and some of jedi. 2. the show looks amazing and looks like the world of star wars. it fits with the originals and rogue one. 3. Andor is a reluctant hero who does the right thing which ends up with him killing a lot of bad guys on screen. Maybe some of them didn't deserve it but most of those are self defense. 4. Mon Mothma's wardrobe is too amazing. her hair and wardrobe should be award slam dunks. 5. Tony Gilroy is the only one I trust with star wars.

[@Ayaron]

One thing I love about this series is for the first time in Star wars it shows the real danger of fascism. It isn't evil wizards or blowing up planets. It's a system that grinds and oppresses *everybody*, those who oppose it, those just keeping their heads down, and the people working in the system. Cassian refuses to join the rebellion and gets arrested just for walking on a beach. Cyril supports the system and runs afoul of politics so gets sent to bureaucratic hell. Everyone working in the system is terrified of messing up, standing out and losing their position. It doesn't matter who you are, fascism treats all people as disposable. And I think Andor is the first time Star Wars has tackled that head on.

[@jjc5871]

I love Rogue One but I had no idea Melshi was part of that crew until another channel I watch reacted to this episode and pointed it out. I didn’t recognize him or his name.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

I'm glad I didn't know. I knew there'd be an escape, but that would've given too much away.

[@jjc5871]

@@funnylilgalreacts Didn’t even think about that when I made the comment lol. My bad.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

You're ok, I finished the entire season in 4 days. Xander told me after I sent him the last two episodes...

[@theashrook6129]

The acting, on this show, raises the bar so much for other shows. The heist is the weakest part of this season and it wasn’t even that bad. But everyone’s performance, especially the “extras”. The ones that get front and center screen time for a few seconds, they’re giving it their all. I love this show.

[@artboymoy]

Watching the reactors and other channels covering this, I actually find the heist my favorite arc, aside from the Ferrix uprising. I like the location and characters and how they're doing drills and then the heist itself. It felt very well paced to me. I know the prison arc is many favorites, but the tedium of the work and set (just like a prison), gets to me, and that is great too, but not something I really enjoyed.

[@W0NK042]

I've. Learn't. From. Palpatine. 🤯 Anyone not upset by the loss of Nemik, is an Imperial spy. Narkina 5: The sheer, brutal efficiency of The Empire is fully revealed. Fear, of death at any moment. Hope, from days left. Drive, to earn yourself a reward. All while completely separated from other wings. I'd 👏🏼 if I wasn't so 😱 by it.

[@detrix42]

Cassian going to jail, in my opinion, was the way of force. To hide Cassian from the Empire. The one place they would not think to look.

[@jakecook2375]

Andor is example of the rich potential stories that George Lucas created from the beginning. The New Hope was a fun adventure but it had some dark moments like life. Love your honest and knowledgeable reactions Lil Gal.

[@erosson27]

Just think, if their systems were more connected, they would know that they have Andor in custody already. It's the same problem in our own government, the left hand doesn't know what the hell the right hand is holding.

[@samdaman9154]

You look amazing with Pigtails. 😍😍😍

[@brutalchicken]

This isn't a typical Star Wars show yet it ended up being my favourite of the D+ shows, even above the Mandalorian. It only gets better!

[@Cjohnson725]

BTW new intro to your videos slaps.

[@micahhill7503]

In Luthans shop you can see a Jedi temple guard's mask, stones that show how to open the world between worlds, padmés head piece from attack of the clones and Plo Koons faceplate.

[@MbgFire2067]

And both a Jedi and Sith holocron. Some Indians Jones Easter eggs scattered as well.

[@micahhill7503]

@@MbgFire2067 for sure. There's a whole bunch of goodin's in there

[@chrism7395]

Also a Gungan shield from the land battle at the end of Episode 1

[@micahhill7503]

@@chrism7395 and the Wookie warrior helmet and the Sith armor like skykiller wore

[@preciousotoakhia9789]

how does he view order 66 and clones

[@doug3691]

Have you seen Fiona Shaw in Killing Eve? Another amazing series. It isn't sci-fi but it pushes boundaries nonetheless.

[@12stack73]

Im happy ur watching this show, Cassians story is the best story in Star Wars universe i think, i feel like im watching real world story(except the Death Star).

[@crossbones13]

"I don't even know what they are making. This could all be for nonsense for all I know." The Empire is an organization ruled by cold logical and hard discipline. They don't assign tasks without a definitive goal. Nonsense is not something Imperials tolerate very well... "Wow. The empathy." Prison is not a place that fosters or engenders empathy among its inhabitants. In fact, lack of empathy is a large part of why most of the prisoners end up there...

[@kevingt7777]

Sceen set up one of the guys in the hiest supposed to cover him but set him up to get shot

[@jennym2276]

Syril is a weird creeper.

[@funnylilgalreacts]

he's so pathetic