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Skeleton Crew episodes 1 and 2 review: This show was made for me

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As a seasoned gamer who’s been through the intergalactic wars and saved countless galaxies, I can confidently say that Skeleton Crew has taken me back to my Star Wars roots with a delightful twist. With each episode, it’s like diving headfirst into my childhood memories of playing with action figures, daydreaming in class, and staying up way too late to read under the covers.

This review has some spoilers for Skeleton Crew episode 1, “This Could Be A Real Adventure,” and episode 2, “Way, Way Out Past The Barrier.”

I know I’m biased when it comes to my thoughts on Skeleton Crew.

Among the shows initially announced some time ago, two particularly caught my attention. Since Rogue One is my favorite Star Wars film, Andor immediately grabbed me, and it has since grown to be a cherished part of the series. Similarly, Skeleton Crew piqued my curiosity as I was eager for something fresh in a galaxy far away. Tired of the Skywalker family, the concept sounded original, innovative, and distinct. For years, I waited with anticipation until its premiere on Disney+.

And I loved every single minute of these first two episodes.

The show Skeleton Crew isn’t flawless, but it compensates for its minor flaws with a captivating charm, an intriguing mystery, and endearing main characters. Remarkably, this introduction effectively explored nostalgia in an innovative manner, deviating from the typical forms of nostalgia like cameos or revisiting familiar locations excessively.

Experiencing a sense of nostalgia for childhood days, Wim finds joy in his action figures and imaginative tales. During bus waits, he and Neel engage in Jedi play, while Fern and KB zip around on their bike-like vehicles in the neighborhood. Late school nights are spent engrossed in stories under covers, with dreams filling his daytime thoughts at school. This series, reminiscent of Amblin-era tales, stirs a familiar longing in many grown-ups. In truth, I wasn’t joking when I shared on social media that the show brought me back to childhood wonder; it was a genuine experience for me. Simply put, Skeleton Crew made me feel like a kid once more.

I’m constantly seeking out more light-hearted Star Wars experiences, as the live-action series often lacks humor due to its “wars” theme. Animation, however, doesn’t seem to have this problem. If I want a fun dose of Star Wars, shows like Bluey or Young Jedi Adventures provide that. However, the live-action Star Wars doesn’t always cater to my desire for humor. That changed with the introduction of Skeleton Crew, which successfully combines fun elements within its intense pirate battles and series’ main mystery.

As a gamer, I can’t wait to unravel the mysteries of At Attin, the world we find ourselves stranded in. We kids won’t be able to return home until we solve why our planet is shrouded in secrecy first. What makes it so mysterious? Who are the roaming security droids and what are they hiding? Why have I never seen stars before here? If the childlike fun isn’t enough, it’s these secrets that will keep adults hooked. I’m worried about Wim’s father, Wendle, as he gets taken away by some unknown supervisor. It seems like Fern’s mother, Fara, knows something’s off on this planet, if the trailers are to be believed.

“I am intrigued by another question – how will ‘Skeleton Crew’ connect to the broader universe, given that it’s part of the Mandoverse? Although Vane reappears from ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 3, there must be other links to the larger narrative. I believe that ‘Skeleton Crew’ should be able to function independently, and so far, it has done just that. However, my worry is that the final episode might solely serve as setup for Dave Filoni’s Mandoverse movie, connecting all the shows together. If Thrawn attacks At Attin to seize their riches for his new Empire, I’ll feel quite disappointed. The showrunners have done well in creating something fresh within Star Wars while hinting at larger events happening. I’m eager to see if they can maintain this balance effectively.

In future installments, I’d love to see more involvement for KB, as she seems to embody the Tech character from The Bad Batch quite well, but doesn’t get as much screen time as Tech did in his series. So far, she’s been given some tasks, but her role feels somewhat underdeveloped compared to the other characters like Wim, Fern, and Neel who all have vibrant personalities. I believe KB has a lot more to offer, and I’m eager to learn more about her in the upcoming episodes.

I adored the first two episodes of Skeleton Crew. They gave me everything I’ve waited for since its announcement. This little nostalgic series is the right amount of fun I’ve wanted for so long in Star Wars, leaving me with a massive smile.

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2024-12-04 01:21

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