Episode 8 of The Acolyte brings the season to an anti-climactic end
As a long-time gamer and avid Star Wars fan, I have to admit that I’m disappointed with the latest Disney+ offering, The Acolyte. After eight episodes, this show has left me feeling underwhelmed and disconnected from the story and characters.
As a dedicated gamer and avid fan of Star Wars, I’ve reached the final chapter of Disney+’s new eight-episode series, The Acolyte. The ending was as unpredictable as the show itself, leaving me feeling a mix of emotions similar to those experienced throughout the rest of the journey.
In this installment titled “The Acolyte,” we return to Brendok for a climactic face-off. Mae, Osha, Sol, and Qimir make their way to the same planet that initiated all the issues sixteen years past.
The show’s ending doesn’t make me feel sad in any way. At times, it was challenging to follow the storyline as the characters abruptly shifted from one situation to another without clear reasons or emotional depth. In this latest episode, even Bazil, the endearing alien character, undergoes an unexpected transformation. Previously, he had assaulted Mae; however, now he rescues her by damaging Sol’s spaceship while in pursuit of her. The origin of this sudden change and his knowledge of disabling the ship remain a mystery to me.
Mae, like others, shares the blame for what transpired in the finale. Instead of seeking vengeance as we had anticipated, she unexpectedly chooses mercy and urges Sol to go back to Coruscant for a fair trial, despite having been prepared to mete out her own justice moments prior.
From the other side, Osha chooses to align herself with the Dark Side. Surprisingly, she swiftly uncovers her Force abilities without prior training, even managing to draw blood from a kyber crystal in the process. The intention behind this turn of events is ambiguous – is it supposed to elicit sympathy or label Sol as the antagonist for his deceit at Brendok? While Sol’s actions were indeed misleading, they stemmed from a protective instinct towards the twins, whom he believed were in danger from a Dark Side cult.
Throughout the course of this production, a recurring theme has emerged suggesting that the Jedi are evil, yet no compelling evidence has been presented to support this claim. The Jedi have undeniably made errors, and they certainly aren’t infallible. However, on the whole, their contributions to the galaxy outweigh the negatives. Among the least admirable of the Jedi is Vernestra Rho, who betrayed Sol by accusing him of the murder of the Jedi on Khofar in order to shield herself from scrutiny. Although it would have been more logical for her to implicate Osha and Mae, as they were indeed responsible for the deaths of Jedi knights.
In the real Star Wars universe, a figure has surfaced from the obscurity of the Dark Side – it’s none other than Darth Plagueis the Wise. His brief appearance in this iconic series leaves one pondering questions: Was he monitoring Qui-Gon for clues on his secret apprentice? Or was he the mastermind behind all the events unfolding? The emergence of Oshon and Mae, bearing a similar “vergence” to Anakin, seems more than just a coincidence. It’s plausible that Darth Plagueis imparted his wisdom onto Palpatine, shaping the course of the galaxy’s future.
From a devoted fan’s perspective, I believe that leaving certain aspects unexplained, such as Anakin’s origins being a mystery between the Force and the Sith, adds intrigue and depth to the Star Wars storyline. However, with no confirmation of a second season and the ongoing shifts within Disney+, it remains uncertain if we will ever unravel these enigmatic threads further.
As a long-time fan of science fiction and fantasy shows, I have seen my fair share of both brilliant and disappointing productions. With this current season of the show, however, I must admit that it has left me underwhelmed and disconnected from its story and characters.
From my perspective as a gamer and story enthusiast, I couldn’t help but feel that there was potential for an engaging narrative hidden beneath the rough patches in “The Acolyte.” The writing was subpar, the dialogue cringeworthy, and the characters left much to be desired. However, it wasn’t the Star Wars universe itself that needed the saving – it was the story being told within it.
Episode Grade: D+
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2024-07-19 04:41