Many Star Wars fans (and society in general) have been conditioned to get a sense of ‘instant gratification’ with the types of media we consume. This “slow burn” should be a reminder to us that it’s okay for a story to take its time, and unlike some other Disney+ shows it respects the viewers patience and rewards us with this absolute gem of a story
exactly. a heavy dialogue episode or series is not a bad thing or boring. It can sometimes be some of the most riveting entertainment. The back and forth of wordplay. I mean the scene in Luthen's shop with Mon Mothma where they are selecting a gift for Mon's husband and the switch in the back to talking about the rebellion knowing the driver is a spy was just amazing.
Just for a heist? How do you think rebellions work? A lot of people live on dirt and water and fight for altruism? I agree with STUFF4U100; just sit back and allow an excellent story to develop. I get the feeling many Star Wars fans couldn't make it through a book. There'd be too much story arch to build. 😂
Something I love about Andor is that it wasn't filmed on stagecraft. All the outdoor scenes are on location. The mountainous regions in this episode were filmed in Scotland at Cruachan Dam, Ben Cruachan (Conical Hill), and Stob Daimh (Peak of the Stag). I know these mountains well. Also, my friend got to be an imperial officer in one of these episodes, which was cool.
Any interaction between Mon Mothma and Luthen is gold. Two world class very experienced actors enjoying the quality script they were given and and the fact that their scene partner is just as outstanding as themselves. Love this show so much its so different but soo ghooood...
Yup, such nuanced acting, no words, gestures and a look here and there. But both of these characters are playing the role of someone who plays a role. Absolutely outstanding stuff!
Another thing that I will add is while some episodes lack action it's only to make the action more impactful when it does happen because you spent so much time invested in the story and getting to understand characters
Exactly. What the sequels missed was there really wasn’t anything leading into the action besides plot. Sure, Rey knew Han for five minutes, but the death of Han and her fighting kylo right after felt empty. I get the intention, han is a potential father figure to rey, but that’s suggested And isn’t really exemplified through the script imo. The fight between Obi and Maul had a great lead up in my opinion.
The conversation between Luthen and Mon is brilliant. They seem to talk about the pieces in the shop, but in actuality every sentence has a second meaning that is the real content of their conversation. And then Skarskaard's and Genivieve o'Reilly's acting is perfect too
A couple notes: the green planet Aldhani was filmed in the Scottish highlands. While Holden is right that arcs isn’t exactly accurate, here is how the story is chunked together: 1-3 - escaping Ferrix 4-6 - Aldhani heist 7-10 - the next major story point 11-12 - finale
One of my favorite things in the show is that they used real locations to shoot their scenes. Other thing this show did amazingly is the development of Debra, Siril and Stellan Skårgark's character.
People keep calling this show a slow burn as if that’s a bad thing! This is the best “slow burn” show I have ever watched! I was captivated every minute.
When Luthen gives Cassian a necklace containing a blue kyber crystal, a Kuati signet he claims that it is a sky stone from the ancient world which "celebrates the uprising against the Rakatan invaders.". This is a direct reference to the Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic game!
Andor is such a great show and one of my favorite shows ever. The attention to detail and depth in the dialogue is amazing. So glad y’all are watching!
It's not just about stealing money to fund the rebellion but it's more about sending a message to the Empire that they indeed CAN be dealt a blow, they can be messed with and the Empire can lose. That's what this mission is mostly about.
Yeah I think it’s more like stealing the QUARTERLY payroll for all federal employees in the state of Texas, the Federal government would notice and be all over that
Like Savant says its also a crippling blow to the empire in that entire sector. Thats allot of money to lose that will cripple their operations for a while.
...But it also is about money, and ties into the conversation Luthen is having with Mon Mothma in this episode. They need money to fund the rebellion, and since the empire is stopping the flow of money through people like Mon Mothma, which is essentially her storyline through the whole show, they need the money from alternative sources.
There are definitely arcs in this show, and I can't wait for you guys to go through them all, some trully amazing acting and lines, as well as breathtaking visuals, both in this episode and consistently throughout the rest of it.
You're right in how these arcs all come together at the end. I wouldn't look at them as separate stories though like in clone wars and rebels where after one arc it's something completely new. It's more just that the situation changes every 2-3 episodes. But overall it's very much the same journey and story.
This entire show is a "slow burn", but it is so worth it. I realized part way through that I felt so tense every episode, and that tension just increases the closer you get to the end. The ending is awesome, but I enjoyed the journey along the way just as much. I love Star Wars and Andor made me love it so much more.
To just elaborate on the point/take of the heist itself: it's actually a quarter of an entire galactic sector's military budget, not just a month's. 25% of the money meant to be sent out to multiple star systems to fund military hardware, pay troops, etc. On a galactic scale, that's a lot of money, and a significant blow to the Empire's largely spotless track record.
All of the flash backs in 1-3 was to found his origin story; where he came from and how he got to where he is now. By the end of episode 3, they had shown you what you needed to understand where he came from and the parallels between the two times he was taken off world by a "savior" and so unlike Book of Boba, they paid off and then moved on.. every episode isn't a flashback episode. which i liked
Some of your thoughts and questions so perfectly foreshadow things the show explores later. Testament to the writers for clearly planting seeds and questions in earlier episodes that they have a plan to pay off later.
The amount of pure disposition is something Star Wars has been lacking as a whole!! It's wonderful! World building and story telling! The amazing acting alongside it just adds to it all!
They actually shot most of Andor on location and with practical sets, which is partly why it looks so much better/realistic than other Star Wars shows (in specific scenes). E.g. they didn't use Volume tech.
Yeah the arcs are 1-3, 4-6, 7 is a bridge, 8-10, and a two part finale. Shit will hit at the end of each arc. It builds tension expertly so you really feel it when it hits. Also, the story is naturally bridging out from just Andor to other characters/plot lines as events ripple across the galaxy.
Yes, this is the first episode of a new three episode arch. The slow burn of the show is part of its brilliance. The writing, the dialogue, we really get to invest in these complex characters that are so well crafted, as well as the stakes of each arc and the larger arc of the show, which is Cassian's journey from an aimless well-meaning troublemaker to a devoted and capable spy for the Rebellion against the Empire. It's such a great show and while there is action, the bigger emotional payoff is the investment we make in the characters the real life drama on the ground facing people under imperial control.
The kyber crystal that Luthen gave to Andor came with a Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic reference (the mention of the Rakatan Empire) if you're interested in a Star Wars RPG videogame, that's a great recommendation
I just started this show last week. I’m already up to Ep 9. It’s DEFINITELY a batch/binge type of show. Sometimes I will watch 3 eps in a row. Really good so far!
It’s not a months income. It’s the quarterly payroll for an entire empire sector. An empire sector is around 50 inhabited plants with likely millions of workers (military, bureaucrats and everything else a government needs to run). It’s a huge amount.
Loving y'all's reactions to this so far- it really is unlike any other Star Wars content we've been privy to with these arcs and heavy dialogue/character work. Just a quick thing to point out- Cassian's late adopted father, Maarva's significant other- his name was Clem. You'll find out a little more about him later on. Thank you again for reacting to this series!
@@beejee6308 Watched it again and she does say it, but man it's hard to hear. So, apologies. The first time I remember hearing it was later and she says it clearly.
Month's wages: Quarterly, actually. Three months wages for an entire sector of Imperials. Don't think safe, think vault. Big enough for multiple cars to park in, filled with currency. And, yes. This show follows story arcs of around three episodes each, with each arc involving a bigger story. First one was Andor essentially by himself until the last bit of his escape. This one is a small team of people working a heist job. Next one is bigger, and so on. It's definitely a show for people with a longer attention span than most shows cater to. Some shows might have a season length overall theme, but this show essentially has two hour long episodes split into three parts of 40 to 50 minutes.
I'm enjoying your reactions to Andor very much!! subbed! Even though everyone tells you that things will pick up in this series, I'd recommend you to lower your expectations and take this show as it presents to you, and enjoy what you get, the dialogue, the character development, etc. You are still getting introduced to characters... Episodes 4, 5 and 6 comprise another arc. Thank you!!
The majority of the scenes on aldhani were filmed in Scotland! It made watching these episodes feel more homely than others knowing I've seen some of the filming sights haha!
This episode was really when some of the more intriguing and familiar stuff kicked in, with the Imperials and Mon Mothma. I thought it was neat to see a hyperspace jump from Cassian's point of view as he was in the back of the ship, and he seemed to never experience it before that.
"Clem" was the name of Cassian's adoptive father, the husband of Maarva, killed by the Empire. Luthern already knew that, he'd mentioned it when he and Cassian had their discussion upon meeting. This was filmed in Scotland and other areas in Britain. Who knew Mon Mothma had such a compelling story? Arc 1 was episodes 1-3. Arc 1 was introductory, but don't forget any of the people you met. Arc 2 is episodes 3-6 ending in the heist of THREE months of Empire wages for the sector that Ferrix is in. Episode 7 is a standalone transitional episode. Episodes 8-10 are another arc, then 11 and 12 form a grand finale arc. This series occurs synchronously with the early seasons of Star Wars: Rebels. In Rebels, there are various rebel factions operation independently of each other (and often ignorantly of each other) before they later coalesce into the Alliance. There are a number of references to Rebels incidents and characters within Andor.
My wife is a casual fan she likes the movies and watches Mando (sort of) but she absolutely LOVES this show we watched it without out the kids and before the first episode I got the whole "I guess we're watching this then" eye roll shrug..... But after the first episode she was soo hooked
14:38 Producer of the show Tony Gilory call them blocks instead of arcs. (But he made the comparison to the arcs of Clone Wars. Therefore, the fans just went with the term arcs again.)
Watching this episode again through you just reminds me how awesome this show is. I love how mature it is and you really get to see how the Empire works. This is like a legit show. As others have said, the slow burn is part of the appeal and beauty of this show. Don’t just wait for the big things to happen.
Andor was all filmed in the UK. Scotland, England, and on set at Pinewood Studios. Minimal CGI was used with practical effects whenever possible. It isn't one months payroll. It is a quarterly payroll for an entire imperial sector.
One of the things about ANDOR, as a series, is how it shows that something like the Empire, and the rebellion, they don't just exist and occur, but that it takes real people (in-universe) and real machinations, and real... everything... to make happen and support! It's not just Jedi and Sith and medal-winning dashing rogues with fast ships!
This was filmed around the Lochawe / Taynuilt area near Oban, Scotland. I'm fortunate that I get to drive past every day en route to work, I love picturing the tie fighter flying over the road as it does in this episode.
This Show and Rouge One are now the set up for all of Star Wars. The reason it is so beautiful is there was a lot of filming on site . What makes it so cool is the real fighting was done on the ground by every day people . The Rebellion went from something very small to something alive and well. Just Remember a Leia Quote from New Hope ...... “The more you tighten your grip, Tarkin, the more star systems will slip through your fingers.” That one phrase describes Andor
I believe the heist sequences were filmed on location in Scotland! As far as I know, this is the only Star Wars live-action show which doesn't use the Volume
It is all real, those mountains. I drive past them frequently. Specifically exactly the ones that prompted you to ask where it is. Gorgeous place in Scotland, and a lovely real dam that serves as the imperial base. Cruachan Dam. Very imposing.
Jacobs Sheep have 4 or more horns, not sure if the Drey are all Jacobs Sheep or have prosthetics. The dialogue and acting is so on point. This is the beginning of the beginning, they need funds to equipment, food, bribes. Also, Rakatan are Disney CANON NOW!
They shot the series in the UK. The locations that you were asking about were in the highlands of Scotland, about 40 miles east of where they shot the end of Skyfall.
How not to love Star Wars when you can have that kind of show in parallel to the films, and other "lighter series" as well as animation. There's stuff for everyone. And if like me you just like more Star Wars (I honestly watch it all, no matter if It's "heavier" or "goofier" stuff) , It's a hell of a time to be alive. Andor is clearly in my TOP 10 of "All Star Wars stuff ever made". Yes I include most of Legends stuff, as I read most novels and comics back in the day.
This show is about The Rebellion in its infancy, there are already small rebel cells throughout the galaxy but they are not coordinated under one command. To make them all under one command and to keep the rebellion going, they need large funds, especially when they're up against The Empire with limitless resources. That's why they needed to pull that heist.
I'm not sure if you've noticed yet but the ANDOR opening theme tune has a slightly different arrangement each episode. Each arrangement suggestively associates with the story in that episode. Took me a few episodes before I noticed the trend myself and I've been holding my tongue up to now, but its fun and exciting to try to figure out how the episode theme arrangement speaks to the story you're about to watch. I think only the first two episodes the theme is the same.
I like that you questioned the motivation and reasoning. Don't worry, those two things are explored deeply and all the way down to the philosophical underpinning of them.
I'm equally fascinated at how folks who watch Andor for the first time perceive and relate to the story. Not going to ruin it by commenting on your predictions lol but loving the predictions none the less. I would add this to keep in mind...this show is very well written the finer details are very well woven through the various threds. But true this is a mature StarWars story with actual care and thought put into it.
Now that we know about the James Mangold's Dawn of the Jedi movie that line about the Rakatan's is even more important because they'll be the evil empire for that time period.
One of the guys in this episode (and next couple of episodes) actually plays Micro in the Punisher series which you guys are eventually seeing. He's the guy with the mostly shaved head who is the most distrusting of Andor/Clem. He's a very good actor. :)
So, keep in mind that what they're out to steal is akin to someone planning to steal the entire federal employee payroll for an entire state, possibly even several states. There isn't an exact number correlation, but it gives you some idea of the scale of what they want to pull off.
Holden mentioned filming locations, a lot of the filming is done on location around the UK. For instance a lot of the aldhani filming is done in Scotland. Where as a lot of Coruscant in the show is done in London.
When the series first premiered, they put out the first 3 episodes at once since they were primarily the setup episodes. This one is sort of a transition, but the pace does pick up significantly from this point forward.
Not gonna say more than this but you might be on to something… 1-3 have the same writer-director duo, 4-6 have the same writer director duo, 7 has its own duo, 8-10 has the same duo, and 11-12 has the same duo.
You’re not wrong it is a 3 episode arc, then 7 is stand alone before 8, 9, 10…and then two part finale. Meeting the ESB here was amazing. A different look of the daily work of the Empire. I actually like Partagaz a lot, he’s fair. As for the heist crew I love them all. Lt. Gorn and Nemik rank as biggest favorites but they are all cool unique characters. Vel is played by the same girl that was the waif in GOT (if you’ve seen). The Coruscant through line is just starting and seeing Mon and Luthen birthing the rebellion is dope!
This series is not a usual "Star Wars" show. This one is showing the underbelly of the Rebellion and the Empire and the steps each took to one destroy control and the other expand their control.
This season all takes place five years before Rogue One. Season two will be 12 episodes just like this, but every three episodes will move up another year until the show ends right before Rogue One.
I am glad you guys like it, it's so great to see your reactions to the show! Can't wait for the finale! 👌😊 The AK thing was a big point of dialogue on the internet, but to be fair, why not? They use old WW 1+2 German weapons, so why not a simple AK? 😁 The multiple ark thing feels weird at first, coming from other shows, but I must say I enjoyed it. Felt good.
I may be wrong but I believe a lot of the second ark was filmed here in bonnie old Scotland. At least a certain set piece is 100% , but the hills look like parts of the highlands
You're right about the "Slow Burn" effect of the series, but that's exactly why I liked "Andor." You know what other shows moved at a slow burn? Oh, nothing. Just some great shows named "Game of Thrones," "House of the Dragon," and "Chernobyl." Slow burns are sometimes the best when you're really just wanting to watch a good show, and not just be bathed in action, from start to finish, like some Star Wars fans clearly are.
Many Star Wars fans (and society in general) have been conditioned to get a sense of ‘instant gratification’ with the types of media we consume. This “slow burn” should be a reminder to us that it’s okay for a story to take its time, and unlike some other Disney+ shows it respects the viewers patience and rewards us with this absolute gem of a story
exactly. a heavy dialogue episode or series is not a bad thing or boring. It can sometimes be some of the most riveting entertainment. The back and forth of wordplay. I mean the scene in Luthen's shop with Mon Mothma where they are selecting a gift for Mon's husband and the switch in the back to talking about the rebellion knowing the driver is a spy was just amazing.
Just for a heist? How do you think rebellions work? A lot of people live on dirt and water and fight for altruism? I agree with STUFF4U100; just sit back and allow an excellent story to develop. I get the feeling many Star Wars fans couldn't make it through a book. There'd be too much story arch to build. 😂
With writing and acting like this one, a slow burn is exactly what I wanted and needed.
yea its same with whole mcu now basically in bigger scale
You are absolutely right!
Something I love about Andor is that it wasn't filmed on stagecraft. All the outdoor scenes are on location. The mountainous regions in this episode were filmed in Scotland at Cruachan Dam, Ben Cruachan (Conical Hill), and Stob Daimh (Peak of the Stag). I know these mountains well. Also, my friend got to be an imperial officer in one of these episodes, which was cool.
Any interaction between Mon Mothma and Luthen is gold. Two world class very experienced actors enjoying the quality script they were given and and the fact that their scene partner is just as outstanding as themselves. Love this show so much its so different but soo ghooood...
Yeah, I adore their scenes together. Mon Mothma (Genevieve O’Reilly) in general does some great work in this series.
Yup, such nuanced acting, no words, gestures and a look here and there. But both of these characters are playing the role of someone who plays a role. Absolutely outstanding stuff!
Another thing that I will add is while some episodes lack action it's only to make the action more impactful when it does happen because you spent so much time invested in the story and getting to understand characters
Exactly. What the sequels missed was there really wasn’t anything leading into the action besides plot. Sure, Rey knew Han for five minutes, but the death of Han and her fighting kylo right after felt empty. I get the intention, han is a potential father figure to rey, but that’s suggested And isn’t really exemplified through the script imo. The fight between Obi and Maul had a great lead up in my opinion.
The conversation between Luthen and Mon is brilliant. They seem to talk about the pieces in the shop, but in actuality every sentence has a second meaning that is the real content of their conversation. And then Skarskaard's and Genivieve o'Reilly's acting is perfect too
Genivieve is chef's kiss in every which way .... 🔥
A couple notes: the green planet Aldhani was filmed in the Scottish highlands.
While Holden is right that arcs isn’t exactly accurate, here is how the story is chunked together:
1-3 - escaping Ferrix
4-6 - Aldhani heist
7-10 - the next major story point
11-12 - finale
I believe that episode 7 isn't part of the next arc, I need to check it out but we will see.
I think they are stealing the quarterly-payroll, not just two-weeks!
Can't wait for the rest of the episodes!! ❤
They basically stealing 3 months worth of pay for like ten's of thousands of imperials... it gonna be alot
ya, 3 months money for the entire sector, that's a lot more dosh than they seem to be thinking at this stage ^^
Glad you guys are enjoying it! It's a special show
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There's a reason he picked the name Clem as his alias, you'll find out later. And no Holden, there are clearly defined story arcs in this season.
One of my favorite things in the show is that they used real locations to shoot their scenes. Other thing this show did amazingly is the development of Debra, Siril and Stellan Skårgark's character.
People keep calling this show a slow burn as if that’s a bad thing! This is the best “slow burn” show I have ever watched! I was captivated every minute.
I just love the witing of this show.
When Luthen gives Cassian a necklace containing a blue kyber crystal, a Kuati signet he claims that it is a sky stone from the ancient world which "celebrates the uprising against the Rakatan invaders.". This is a direct reference to the Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic game!
I love this series. its very different to anything else in SW. Also in this episode with the hills, they filmed it in Scotland
Vel acted as the Waif during the Faceless Men episodes in Game of Thrones :)
Mon Motha is in the original trilogy. She's the one in episode VI that says "Many bothans died to bring us this information."
“The Emperor has made a critical error and the time for our attack has come.”
But little did they know…
Andor is such a great show and one of my favorite shows ever. The attention to detail and depth in the dialogue is amazing. So glad y’all are watching!
It's not just about stealing money to fund the rebellion but it's more about sending a message to the Empire that they indeed CAN be dealt a blow, they can be messed with and the Empire can lose. That's what this mission is mostly about.
it's also an entire planetary system's quarterly imperial payroll, not just a month's payroll from like a post office or something.
Yeah I think it’s more like stealing the QUARTERLY payroll for all federal employees in the state of Texas, the Federal government would notice and be all over that
Like Savant says its also a crippling blow to the empire in that entire sector. Thats allot of money to lose that will cripple their operations for a while.
...But it also is about money, and ties into the conversation Luthen is having with Mon Mothma in this episode. They need money to fund the rebellion, and since the empire is stopping the flow of money through people like Mon Mothma, which is essentially her storyline through the whole show, they need the money from alternative sources.
There are definitely arcs in this show, and I can't wait for you guys to go through them all, some trully amazing acting and lines, as well as breathtaking visuals, both in this episode and consistently throughout the rest of it.
You guys are blasting these out fast! Glad you are enjoying this incredible show.
My only critique for this show is that there’s not enough Mon Mothma, Genevieve O’Reilly did an amazing job, especially ep.7
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Oh man..chills!!
She was fantastic
Episode 7 is one of my favorites, probably top 3 of the season and she's the entire reason why. Her scenes are my favorite in the entire show.
You're right in how these arcs all come together at the end. I wouldn't look at them as separate stories though like in clone wars and rebels where after one arc it's something completely new. It's more just that the situation changes every 2-3 episodes. But overall it's very much the same journey and story.
This entire show is a "slow burn", but it is so worth it. I realized part way through that I felt so tense every episode, and that tension just increases the closer you get to the end. The ending is awesome, but I enjoyed the journey along the way just as much. I love Star Wars and Andor made me love it so much more.
it's like the clanging on the metal in Ferrix, "that's what a reckoning sounds like" that build-up of tension, very deliberately themed, great writing
To just elaborate on the point/take of the heist itself: it's actually a quarter of an entire galactic sector's military budget, not just a month's. 25% of the money meant to be sent out to multiple star systems to fund military hardware, pay troops, etc. On a galactic scale, that's a lot of money, and a significant blow to the Empire's largely spotless track record.
All of the flash backs in 1-3 was to found his origin story; where he came from and how he got to where he is now. By the end of episode 3, they had shown you what you needed to understand where he came from and the parallels between the two times he was taken off world by a "savior" and so unlike Book of Boba, they paid off and then moved on.. every episode isn't a flashback episode. which i liked
Action doesn’t need to involve chase scenes and blasters. The ISB scenes feel like action scenes with how tense they are
Some of your thoughts and questions so perfectly foreshadow things the show explores later. Testament to the writers for clearly planting seeds and questions in earlier episodes that they have a plan to pay off later.
The amount of pure disposition is something Star Wars has been lacking as a whole!! It's wonderful! World building and story telling! The amazing acting alongside it just adds to it all!
They actually shot most of Andor on location and with practical sets, which is partly why it looks so much better/realistic than other Star Wars shows (in specific scenes). E.g. they didn't use Volume tech.
On location? You mean on another planet in a galaxy far away. Damn, that's some commitment.
@@John_Locke_108 Yeah, that sure took some planning and heck of a lot of time I assume.
One could probably call Scotland another planet tbf
@@Krisishere Certainly looks like it compared to the US.
I would love to visit someday.
They used Volume tech. But like … rarely.
Yeah the arcs are 1-3, 4-6, 7 is a bridge, 8-10, and a two part finale. Shit will hit at the end of each arc. It builds tension expertly so you really feel it when it hits. Also, the story is naturally bridging out from just Andor to other characters/plot lines as events ripple across the galaxy.
Yes, this is the first episode of a new three episode arch. The slow burn of the show is part of its brilliance. The writing, the dialogue, we really get to invest in these complex characters that are so well crafted, as well as the stakes of each arc and the larger arc of the show, which is Cassian's journey from an aimless well-meaning troublemaker to a devoted and capable spy for the Rebellion against the Empire. It's such a great show and while there is action, the bigger emotional payoff is the investment we make in the characters the real life drama on the ground facing people under imperial control.
The kyber crystal that Luthen gave to Andor came with a Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic reference (the mention of the Rakatan Empire) if you're interested in a Star Wars RPG videogame, that's a great recommendation
I just started this show last week. I’m already up to Ep 9. It’s DEFINITELY a batch/binge type of show. Sometimes I will watch 3 eps in a row. Really good so far!
It’s not a months income. It’s the quarterly payroll for an entire empire sector. An empire sector is around 50 inhabited plants with likely millions of workers (military, bureaucrats and everything else a government needs to run). It’s a huge amount.
Loving y'all's reactions to this so far- it really is unlike any other Star Wars content we've been privy to with these arcs and heavy dialogue/character work.
Just a quick thing to point out- Cassian's late adopted father, Maarva's significant other- his name was Clem. You'll find out a little more about him later on.
Thank you again for reacting to this series!
Again. Why tell them who's name it was? Why ruin that revealtion and reaction when they hear it come from Maarva's mouth?
@@artboymoy she said it in the flashback on the ship I'm pretty sure
@@artboymoy Marva called him by name in episode 3
@@Rocco1332 Watched it again and she does say it, but man it's hard to hear. So, apologies.
@@beejee6308 Watched it again and she does say it, but man it's hard to hear. So, apologies. The first time I remember hearing it was later and she says it clearly.
Month's wages:
Quarterly, actually. Three months wages for an entire sector of Imperials. Don't think safe, think vault. Big enough for multiple cars to park in, filled with currency.
And, yes. This show follows story arcs of around three episodes each, with each arc involving a bigger story. First one was Andor essentially by himself until the last bit of his escape. This one is a small team of people working a heist job. Next one is bigger, and so on.
It's definitely a show for people with a longer attention span than most shows cater to. Some shows might have a season length overall theme, but this show essentially has two hour long episodes split into three parts of 40 to 50 minutes.
Just wait. This show is phenomenal. It is a slow burn but it sets up so much and you get so much character story and development.
I'm surprised that Holden didn't immediately catch that Syril's mom is played by the same actor that played Mrs. Figg in Harry Potter!
I'm enjoying your reactions to Andor very much!! subbed!
Even though everyone tells you that things will pick up in this series, I'd recommend you to lower your expectations and take this show as it presents to you, and enjoy what you get, the dialogue, the character development, etc. You are still getting introduced to characters...
Episodes 4, 5 and 6 comprise another arc.
Thank you!!
The majority of the scenes on aldhani were filmed in Scotland! It made watching these episodes feel more homely than others knowing I've seen some of the filming sights haha!
Genivieve O'Reilly is absolutely EXCEPTIONAL in this role.
Aww yeah! Keep the Andor coming baby!
This episode was really when some of the more intriguing and familiar stuff kicked in, with the Imperials and Mon Mothma.
I thought it was neat to see a hyperspace jump from Cassian's point of view as he was in the back of the ship, and he seemed to never experience it before that.
"Clem" was the name of Cassian's adoptive father, the husband of Maarva, killed by the Empire. Luthern already knew that, he'd mentioned it when he and Cassian had their discussion upon meeting.
This was filmed in Scotland and other areas in Britain.
Who knew Mon Mothma had such a compelling story?
Arc 1 was episodes 1-3. Arc 1 was introductory, but don't forget any of the people you met. Arc 2 is episodes 3-6 ending in the heist of THREE months of Empire wages for the sector that Ferrix is in. Episode 7 is a standalone transitional episode. Episodes 8-10 are another arc, then 11 and 12 form a grand finale arc.
This series occurs synchronously with the early seasons of Star Wars: Rebels. In Rebels, there are various rebel factions operation independently of each other (and often ignorantly of each other) before they later coalesce into the Alliance. There are a number of references to Rebels incidents and characters within Andor.
My wife is a casual fan she likes the movies and watches Mando (sort of) but she absolutely LOVES this show we watched it without out the kids and before the first episode I got the whole "I guess we're watching this then" eye roll shrug..... But after the first episode she was soo hooked
14:38 Producer of the show Tony Gilory call them blocks instead of arcs. (But he made the comparison to the arcs of Clone Wars. Therefore, the fans just went with the term arcs again.)
The landscape is really awesome. It was filmed in Scotland, I believe.
Watching this episode again through you just reminds me how awesome this show is. I love how mature it is and you really get to see how the Empire works. This is like a legit show.
As others have said, the slow burn is part of the appeal and beauty of this show. Don’t just wait for the big things to happen.
The story has layers to it. 1,2 lead to 3, 4,5 lead to 6, but then 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, are capsules that lead up to 10,11,12 being a "finale".
Andor was all filmed in the UK. Scotland, England, and on set at Pinewood Studios. Minimal CGI was used with practical effects whenever possible.
It isn't one months payroll. It is a quarterly payroll for an entire imperial sector.
This show grasps an unexplored Star Wars area and is dopeeeee
One of the things about ANDOR, as a series, is how it shows that something like the Empire, and the rebellion, they don't just exist and occur, but that it takes real people (in-universe) and real machinations, and real... everything... to make happen and support! It's not just Jedi and Sith and medal-winning dashing rogues with fast ships!
Most of it was shot in the UK at pinewood, hence all the impressive Scottish scenery
It would be best to do 3 at a time I would say. They are like mini movies that all come together.
This was filmed around the Lochawe / Taynuilt area near Oban, Scotland. I'm fortunate that I get to drive past every day en route to work, I love picturing the tie fighter flying over the road as it does in this episode.
This Show and Rouge One are now the set up for all of Star Wars. The reason it is so beautiful is there was a lot of filming on site . What makes it so cool is the real fighting was done on the ground by every day people . The Rebellion went from something very small to something alive and well. Just Remember a Leia Quote from New Hope ...... “The more you tighten your grip, Tarkin, the more star systems will slip through your fingers.” That one phrase describes Andor
I believe the heist sequences were filmed on location in Scotland! As far as I know, this is the only Star Wars live-action show which doesn't use the Volume
It is all real, those mountains. I drive past them frequently. Specifically exactly the ones that prompted you to ask where it is. Gorgeous place in Scotland, and a lovely real dam that serves as the imperial base. Cruachan Dam. Very imposing.
The thing is... the action in this show wouldn't be as great without all of the preparation done in the previous episodes
yeah
I’m so happy you guys are watching this
This show is like a slow, deep evening with multiple intense climaxes.
I very much enjoy the pa ing of this show
This is the best fast turnaround I’ve seen. Keep it going
3 months of payroll for an entire sector is quite a lot of money…
I love that you are holding hands at all times during the episode!
You both wil be blown away by episode 6 and then 10, and 11 and 12.
The ISB meetings are my favorite parts of this show tbh
Jacobs Sheep have 4 or more horns, not sure if the Drey are all Jacobs Sheep or have prosthetics. The dialogue and acting is so on point. This is the beginning of the beginning, they need funds to equipment, food, bribes. Also, Rakatan are Disney CANON NOW!
The scenes with Cassian were filmed in Scotland.
The rebelion is in its entire early stages, youl see in later episodes they have money issues to start it up
They shot the series in the UK. The locations that you were asking about were in the highlands of Scotland, about 40 miles east of where they shot the end of Skyfall.
How not to love Star Wars when you can have that kind of show in parallel to the films, and other "lighter series" as well as animation. There's stuff for everyone.
And if like me you just like more Star Wars (I honestly watch it all, no matter if It's "heavier" or "goofier" stuff) , It's a hell of a time to be alive.
Andor is clearly in my TOP 10 of "All Star Wars stuff ever made". Yes I include most of Legends stuff, as I read most novels and comics back in the day.
Exactly. And somewhere out there is a hilarious comedy yet to be told in the Star Wars universe.
Aldani was filmed in Scotland
This show is about The Rebellion in its infancy, there are already small rebel cells throughout the galaxy but they are not coordinated under one command. To make them all under one command and to keep the rebellion going, they need large funds, especially when they're up against The Empire with limitless resources. That's why they needed to pull that heist.
Holden you are correct. This is a new arc and each arc is 3 eps.
I'm not sure if you've noticed yet but the ANDOR opening theme tune has a slightly different arrangement each episode. Each arrangement suggestively associates with the story in that episode. Took me a few episodes before I noticed the trend myself and I've been holding my tongue up to now, but its fun and exciting to try to figure out how the episode theme arrangement speaks to the story you're about to watch. I think only the first two episodes the theme is the same.
I like that you questioned the motivation and reasoning. Don't worry, those two things are explored deeply and all the way down to the philosophical underpinning of them.
ep 6 7 8 10 12 are peak television
I'm equally fascinated at how folks who watch Andor for the first time perceive and relate to the story. Not going to ruin it by commenting on your predictions lol but loving the predictions none the less.
I would add this to keep in mind...this show is very well written the finer details are very well woven through the various threds.
But true this is a mature StarWars story with actual care and thought put into it.
Now that we know about the James Mangold's Dawn of the Jedi movie that line about the Rakatan's is even more important because they'll be the evil empire for that time period.
One of the guys in this episode (and next couple of episodes) actually plays Micro in the Punisher series which you guys are eventually seeing. He's the guy with the mostly shaved head who is the most distrusting of Andor/Clem.
He's a very good actor. :)
So, keep in mind that what they're out to steal is akin to someone planning to steal the entire federal employee payroll for an entire state, possibly even several states. There isn't an exact number correlation, but it gives you some idea of the scale of what they want to pull off.
Andor is not a slow burn. It is deliberately paced, like the great TV series Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and Smiley's People.
I don´t know if you already nknow it, but Dedras Actress is Denise Gough, who played Yennefer in the Witcher 3
So glad you are watching it
Holden mentioned filming locations, a lot of the filming is done on location around the UK. For instance a lot of the aldhani filming is done in Scotland. Where as a lot of Coruscant in the show is done in London.
When the series first premiered, they put out the first 3 episodes at once since they were primarily the setup episodes. This one is sort of a transition, but the pace does pick up significantly from this point forward.
For me Andor is basically the best Star Wars we’ve gotten since the OT.
Not gonna say more than this but you might be on to something… 1-3 have the same writer-director duo, 4-6 have the same writer director duo, 7 has its own duo, 8-10 has the same duo, and 11-12 has the same duo.
When they were planning the heist I wanted rebel dude to "apologize for the crudity of my model" like Doc Brown.
4:30 ISB agent is a rapper called Doc Brown hence why his flow was impeccable
You’re not wrong it is a 3 episode arc, then 7 is stand alone before 8, 9, 10…and then two part finale.
Meeting the ESB here was amazing. A different look of the daily work of the Empire. I actually like Partagaz a lot, he’s fair. As for the heist crew I love them all. Lt. Gorn and Nemik rank as biggest favorites but they are all cool unique characters. Vel is played by the same girl that was the waif in GOT (if you’ve seen). The Coruscant through line is just starting and seeing Mon and Luthen birthing the rebellion is dope!
They are all three episode arcs with a big climax on the 3rd episode of the each arc
This series is not a usual "Star Wars" show. This one is showing the underbelly of the Rebellion and the Empire and the steps each took to one destroy control and the other expand their control.
The first six episodes are 3 parts each so good… then a one off then a 3 part and the last 2 take it home
This season all takes place five years before Rogue One.
Season two will be 12 episodes just like this, but every three episodes will move up another year until the show ends right before Rogue One.
I am glad you guys like it, it's so great to see your reactions to the show! Can't wait for the finale! 👌😊
The AK thing was a big point of dialogue on the internet, but to be fair, why not? They use old WW 1+2 German weapons, so why not a simple AK? 😁
The multiple ark thing feels weird at first, coming from other shows, but I must say I enjoyed it. Felt good.
can't wait for episode 6 and 10.
I may be wrong but I believe a lot of the second ark was filmed here in bonnie old Scotland. At least a certain set piece is 100% , but the hills look like parts of the highlands
You're right about the "Slow Burn" effect of the series, but that's exactly why I liked "Andor." You know what other shows moved at a slow burn? Oh, nothing. Just some great shows named "Game of Thrones," "House of the Dragon," and "Chernobyl." Slow burns are sometimes the best when you're really just wanting to watch a good show, and not just be bathed in action, from start to finish, like some Star Wars fans clearly are.