We finally have our huge Aldhani heist episode and it's just as fantastic as its build-up made audiences expect it to be.
They continue to expand on the personalities of the rebel group right up until the action starts. I like how Tamaryn is a former stormtrooper. This was my favorite thing about Finn's character, so it's nice to see the idea used again.
The music builds up the anxiety of this plan so well. The heist is executed brilliantly, from the stress of Nemik being placed at gunpoint to the rush to move the payroll, the fight before liftoff, and the anticipation of the Eye by the natives.
The Eye itself is downright one of the most beautiful visual pieces in Star Wars history. The escape scene is amazing and makes the episode feel like it has a movie-level budget. Easily one of the coolest Star Wars moments ever.
Finally, they didn't hold back on the level of sacrifice the rebels faced for this insane plan. The deaths are super sad, though they're exactly what I predicted.
Skeen turning on them was such a depressing moment. It made perfect sense but completely caught me off guard because of how he gained Cassian's respect last episode.
Still, despite the melancholiness, ending with Luthen's pure joy was a nice reminder that this was a win for the rebellion.
Really, this was perfect Star Wars. There's not much more to be said.
They continue to expand on the personalities of the rebel group right up until the action starts. I like how Tamaryn is a former stormtrooper. This was my favorite thing about Finn's character, so it's nice to see the idea used again.
The music builds up the anxiety of this plan so well. The heist is executed brilliantly, from the stress of Nemik being placed at gunpoint to the rush to move the payroll, the fight before liftoff, and the anticipation of the Eye by the natives.
The Eye itself is downright one of the most beautiful visual pieces in Star Wars history. The escape scene is amazing and makes the episode feel like it has a movie-level budget. Easily one of the coolest Star Wars moments ever.
Finally, they didn't hold back on the level of sacrifice the rebels faced for this insane plan. The deaths are super sad, though they're exactly what I predicted.
Skeen turning on them was such a depressing moment. It made perfect sense but completely caught me off guard because of how he gained Cassian's respect last episode.
Still, despite the melancholiness, ending with Luthen's pure joy was a nice reminder that this was a win for the rebellion.
Really, this was perfect Star Wars. There's not much more to be said.