US Edition'Andor' creator explains why he put attempted rape scene into 'Star Wars' show
- In Episode 3 of Andor's second season, Bix Caleen confronts Imperial lieutenant Krole in a harrowing scene depicting attempted rape, which has never been shown in a Star Wars title before.
- Creator Tony Gilroy explained that he included the scene to acknowledge historical atrocities, saying, 'The history of civilization is rape.'
- The first three episodes depict a committed Cassian Andor fighting against the Empire, showcasing the growing rebellion and its internal conflicts.
- The Empire's plans include the Ghorman Massacre, highlighting its cruelty as the story ties back to Star Wars' history of oppression.
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Andor Season 2 Starts with Major Controversy as Many Star Wars Fans Object to Repulsing Scene
Lucasfilm is back at it again. For just one day, it might be nice for them to not use controversy as their main advertising tool. For one day, it would be nice of quality of product was the shining force for why people want to watch a galaxy far, far away where Jedi and Sith […] The post Andor Season 2 Starts with Major Controversy as Many Star Wars Fans Object to Repulsing Scene appeared first on That Park Place.
'Andor' creator explains why he put attempted rape scene into 'Star Wars' show
"The history of civilization is rape."Lucasfilm Ltd Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen in season 2 of 'Andor'It could possibly be the most shocking Andor scene ever, made all the more shocking by the fact that it was happening in a Star Wars show, of all places.In the just-released episode 3 of Andor’s second season, Bix Caleen (Adria Arjona) was cornered by Imperial lieutenant Krole (Alex Waldmann), who was conducting an audit and told her, “I know you…
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