The Acolyte couldn’t make up it’s damn mind

As a long-time Star Wars fan and avid gamer, I was genuinely excited when I first heard about “The Acolyte.” The premise of a group of women challenging the Jedi Order’s binary view of the Force had me hooked. I imagined a captivating story with compelling characters and a richly developed mythology. But unfortunately, my experience watching the show was far from that ideal.

As a long-time fan of the Star Wars universe, I can’t help but feel disappointed by the execution of “The Acolyte.” Based on the initial pitch, I was beyond excited to witness a new perspective on the Force and its wielders. The idea of a coven of women challenging the Jedi order, twin sisters connected to a cosmic mystery, and an assassin with a secret mission against the Jedi resonated deeply with me. It felt like a fresh take on the established lore, something that could add depth and complexity to the Star Wars universe.

The issue lies in the disorganized presentation of the show’s elements. While all essential components are present in “The Acolyte’s” eight episodes, the way they are introduced and developed lacks cohesion and thoughtfulness. Although viewers can form an engaging interpretation after watching, the narrative falls short as a well-crafted story. The question that clarifies this issue is: What or who was “The Acolyte” intended to portray?

Mae and Osha, portrayed by Amandla Stenberg, are the focus of “The Acolyte.” The narrative revolves around their separation following a catastrophic event, which leads them on distinct journeys over the subsequent sixteen years. Initially believing each other to be deceased, the story explores the events that bring them back together. Mae starts out as a vengeful assassin seeking retribution, but ultimately ends up with her memories erased, held captive by the Jedi. In contrast, Osha unwittingly becomes involved in an assassination plan connected to her past and finishes the story in the role that Mae once occupied: following The Stranger (Manny Jacinto), a renegade who embraces the dark side of the Force.

Mae and Osha’s interconnected stories remain intriguing on the page, yet the writers of “The Acolyte” seem to prioritize explaining their complex backstory over developing their characters. Instead of focusing on who Mae and Osha are as individuals, the narrative keeps emphasizing that they are not ordinary humans. They are beings brought into existence by the Force and represent one entity split into two bodies. The tragedy that led to their separation for many years was not an unfortunate accident but rather a covert operation orchestrated by the Jedi Order.

Due to the compact nature of “The Acolyte,” the abundance of storylines seems overpowering, leading to insufficient character growth in each episode. Instead of fostering depth, it prioritizes revelations, only to delay their exploration until a future season.

Changing our point of view doesn’t significantly improve “The Acolyte” for us. Instead, let’s view it as a series centered around Sol. Yet, the issue remains: His character has great promise on the page but feels slow-paced in its presentation. He is a Jedi who bears the burden of past mistakes, forcing him to question the self-deception he clung to over the years. The foundation for these errors and their consequences are left unexplored. We’re unclear about why Sol forms instant bonds with Osha and Mae, or why he impulsively tries to bring them into his fold. His rank within the Jedi Order and his personality are shrouded in mystery as well. Understanding these aspects could potentially add weight to Venestra’s decision to make Sol the scapegoat for the entire debacle.

Searching for suitable characters to ground “The Acolyte” seems pointless, possibly due to the show’s creators viewing its initial season as an introduction rather than a conclusion. The season finale, titled “The Acolyte,” doesn’t deliver resolution but instead presents various possible directions the series could take moving forward. Characters from the Star Wars universe lurk at the periphery, ready to dominate the narrative. New context emerges, shedding light on past conflicts between the Jedi and the government. A minor deception is concealed with a more significant one, and corruption becomes the main focus.

If another season of “The Acolyte” is produced, it appears that, similar to the initial installment, it boasts an intriguing premise and abundant possibilities for exploration. Regrettably, this second season has failed to live up to expectations and left viewers underimpressed with “The Acolyte.”

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2024-07-18 17:19