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Why Tony Gilroy Says There Is No Andor Without The Mandalorian

TMB — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:31:48 +0000

Fans on Star Wars forums have whispered that Dave Filoni and Tony Gilroy clash over tone. They point to the gritty politics of Andor and the bright adventure of The Mandalorian. The chatter grew louder when Andor season two arrived. Some users even started a thread on the r/StarWars subreddit asking if a creative battle ...

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New Rogue One Comics Arrive After Andor Success, Fans Rejoice

TMB — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:57:04 +0000

Lucasfilm and Marvel have announced a fresh line of Rogue One prequel comics. The announcement follows the strong performance of the Andor TV series. Fans now have a chance to explore the backstories of the beloved rebels who stole the Death Star plans. The five one‑shot comics each focus on a different character from the ...

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Kathleen Kennedy Explains Toxic Star Wars Fandom After Her Exit

TMB — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:23:34 +0000

Kathleen Kennedy announced she will leave her role as president of Lucasfilm after more than a decade. She told senior executives that she wanted a chance to make new movies outside the company. The decision did not happen overnight. Kennedy said she approached Bob Iger and Alan Bergman about two years ago to plan a ...

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Does Dave Filoni Really Dislike Andor? Find Out the Truth

TMB — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:00:28 +0000

Since Disney took over Lucasfilm, the company has released many movies and TV shows. Some projects have thrilled fans, while others have fallen flat. One series that many viewers praise is Andor. The show offers a gritty look at the rebellion and has earned a strong fan base. Recently, a report claimed that new Lucasfilm ...

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Andor Season 1 Review: Brilliant, Boring, or Both?

Emmanuel "E-Man" Noisette — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:52:06 +0000

Andor Season 1 rewards patience with rich storytelling, but its slow pace might test your endurance.

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Dan Gilroy’s Fury: How Congress Inspired Mon Mothma’s Andor Speech

TMB — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 18:38:54 +0000

Why Dan Gilroy Felt Angry While Writing the Speech When Dan Gilroy sat down to write Mon Mothma’s Senate address, he felt a surge of anger. He watched the United States Congress and saw leaders abandon their promises for short-term gain. That frustration spilled onto the page. Gilroy told the Writers Guild panel that he ...

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George R.R. Martin Praises James Gunn’s Bold New Superman

TMB — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:40:40 +0000

George R.R. Martin Shares His Thoughts on James Gunn’s Superman George R.R. Martin, the acclaimed author of Game of Thrones, has shared his thoughts on James Gunn’s latest movie, Superman, and it’s safe to say that he’s impressed. George R.R. Martin’s Thoughts on Superman In a recent post on his blog, Martin praised the film’s ...

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Gareth Edwards Debunks Rogue One’s Best Star Wars Movie Hype

TMB — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Gareth Edwards on Rogue One’s Legacy and His Jurassic Comeback As Rogue One: A Star Wars Story celebrates its 10th anniversary, director Gareth Edwards is setting the record straight. In a recent interview, Edwards addressed the widely shared belief that Rogue One is the best Disney-era Star Wars film. His take? He doesn’t fully agree ...

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ANDOR: Connecting Nemik’s Rebellion Manifesto to Yoda’s Iconic Line In Empire Strikes Back

Shah — Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:16 +0000

Andor season 1 was a touchstone when it came to how we saw Star Wars as a franchise. The Disney+ original series gave us a side of Star Wars that is more adult, nuanced, and complicated. Stripping away the Jedi and lightsabers, creator Tony Gilroy told a story about the people in that universe affected ...

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