US Edition'Andor' star Adria Arjona on Star Wars' "challenging" first rape scene
- In the second season of Andor, a scene depicts an Imperial officer attempting to rape Bix Caleen, resulting in a brutal struggle where she ultimately kills him.
- Andor creator Tony Gilroy stated that depicting sexual assault felt truthful in a story about war and its realities.
- Adria Arjona praised the director for creating a safe environment during the challenging scene, emphasizing its importance for the show.
- Viewer reactions have varied, with some fans finding the content disturbing while others praised the show's willingness to explore dark themes.
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'Andor' sparked backlash with the first sexual assault in 'Star Wars.' Adria Arjona says it's important the story is 'honest and genuine.'
Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen in "Andor" season two.Lucasfilm/Disney+The third episode of "Andor" season two includes an attempted sexual assault.It has sparked backlash from some "Star Wars" fans, who think it's out of place in the franchise.Adria Arjona told Business Insider it was important to deal with her story in a genuine way.Warning: Major spoilers for "Andor" season two."Andor" season two sparked backlash among fans by including the first …
Adria Arjona on the role of her life
The series "Andor" is considered the best series from the Star Wars universe since Disney+ bought the rights of inventor George Lucas. Now the series hit with season 2 is back! How Jason Momoa's girlfriend Adria Arjona got a role and which film requists the actors took with them from the set, they learn in the interview.
‘Andor’ Creator Discusses Rape Scene In ‘Star Wars’ Series: ‘We’re All The Product Of Rape’
“Star Wars” fans are reeling from the unexpected rape scene in the new season of the popular series “Andor,” which just released the first three episodes of season two this week on Disney+. So far, the “Star Wars” franchise has stayed away from sexual content beyond insinuations, but in episode three, that all changed. During the scene in question, an Imperial officer tries to rape the Rebel fugitive Bix Caleen (Adria Arjona) when she’s hiding o…
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UpstractAdria Arjona says filming first 'Star Wars' rape scene in Andor was the 'acting Olympics'
"Everyone involved in the creation of that scene felt the importance of what this scene meant, not only for the show, but for 'Star Wars'," says the actress.Lucasfilm Ltd Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen in season 2 of 'Andor'Adria Arjona returns as revolutionary Bix Caleen in season 2 of Andor.The actress breaks down the weight and responsibility of depicting the first attempted rape scene in Star Wars history.Things aren't going to get much better f…
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