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With the success of “Ahsoka,” Lucasfilm demonstrates that the future of Star Wars can shine even brighter by embracing its fantastical and emotional roots.
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But moving away from recent attempts to approach the franchise in a more down-to-earth way, such as “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” or “Obi-Wan Kenobi”, this new series reminds us that the saga reaches its peak when accepts its space fairytale nature.
The Return of the Creator
“Ahsoka” has a great advantage compared to recent productions in the franchise: it is led by the creator of the characters who star in the series, Dave Filoni.
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As the “father” of characters like Ahsoka, Sabine, and Ezra Bridger, Filoni has a deep understanding of where he wants to take each of them.
Then he builds his narratives with a clear objective of expanding these characters beyond the animated world in which they were created.
His enduring love for Star Wars, dating back to “Clone Wars,” earns the series a solid base of nostalgic fans, while introducing new elements in an engaging way.
An Encounter with the Past and the New
Dave Filoni brings to live-action the entire pantheon of characters he created in “Clone Wars” and “Rebels,” including familiar figures like Hera Syndulla.
This familiarity rewards fans who have followed the animations over the years, making exploring a new galaxy and its uncertainties a comfortable and exciting experience.
Innovation without Losing Identity
“Ahsoka” does not seek to repeat the past, but rather to create new stories and dynamics.
The series offers a new and exciting experience for Star Wars fans, avoiding the pitfalls of simply pleasing the most ardent fans.
But with dialogue that recalls the more “cheesy” style of George Lucas' original films, the series maintains its connection with the franchise's past.
Memorable Interpretations
The main cast of “Ahsoka” delivers memorable performances, especially Rosario Dawson, who embodies Ahsoka with depth and authenticity.
Dawson balances the stoicity and hope that define the character throughout the season.
But villains Baylan Skoll and Shin Hati, played by Ray Stevenson and Ivanna Sakhno, also stand out as imposing and mysterious antagonists.
A Rewarding Development
Although the series has some sausage filler in its first half, with some episodes that feel repetitive, “Ahsoka” quickly recovers, with each subsequent episode outdoing the last.
The bittersweet climax leaves the door open for new stories and adventures in the Star Wars universe.
Conclusion
“Ahsoka” represents a triumphant achievement for the Star Wars universe.
By embracing its roots and expanding the mythology critically and creatively, the series stands out as one of the best in the franchise.
But Dave Filoni and his team demonstrate courage in guiding the story without fear of the expectations of the most ardent fans, and the result is a series that breathes new life into the Star Wars legacy.
With “Ahsoka”, fans have reason to be excited about the future of the franchise and the stories that are yet to come.
