Where's the sense of surprise? Nothing is ever surprising anymore in Star Wars. One of the reasons I liked The Last Jedi was because it was surprising. But not for just for the sake of it. All of its twists and turns was in service of a building story. The craft also made the imagery really memorable (throne room and salt planet). If you…
Where's the sense of surprise? Nothing is ever surprising anymore in Star Wars. One of the reasons I liked The Last Jedi was because it was surprising. But not for just for the sake of it. All of its twists and turns was in service of a building story. The craft also made the imagery really memorable (throne room and salt planet). If you have this big sci-fi universe, do something unique with its look. It's why I appreciate Nolan and Villeneuve sci-fi. They create a purposeful look that serves the narrative. These shows look competent but nothing like The Last Jedi or Dune. I definitely agree, all Star Wars is now are "things we recognize". Mando flying a Naboo starfighter is fun. But is it in service of building an engaging narrative? Maybe for some. But I agree I think this approach is hurting its storytelling.
Where's the sense of surprise? Nothing is ever surprising anymore in Star Wars. One of the reasons I liked The Last Jedi was because it was surprising. But not for just for the sake of it. All of its twists and turns was in service of a building story. The craft also made the imagery really memorable (throne room and salt planet). If you have this big sci-fi universe, do something unique with its look. It's why I appreciate Nolan and Villeneuve sci-fi. They create a purposeful look that serves the narrative. These shows look competent but nothing like The Last Jedi or Dune. I definitely agree, all Star Wars is now are "things we recognize". Mando flying a Naboo starfighter is fun. But is it in service of building an engaging narrative? Maybe for some. But I agree I think this approach is hurting its storytelling.