IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit 'Andor' Creator Tony Gilroy
May 14, 2025
Tony Gilroy, experienced writer and director, discusses the intricacies of the critically acclaimed series 'Andor'. He reflects on how his research into rebellions shaped the show’s political relevance. Gilroy explains the transition from a five-season arc to two and the creative freedoms it provided. He delves into character development, showcasing Cassian's evolution and the importance of moral choices. The conversation also touches on fixing Star Wars canon issues and the emotional tone carried into 'Rogue One'.
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Revealing Backstories With New Talent
- Episode 10 reveals complex backstories for characters like Clea and Luthen to explain motivations.
- Casting newcomer Elizabeth Dulau as Clea proved an unexpectedly powerful creative win.
Diverse Origins Enrich Rebellion
- Including diverse origins and motivations paints a fuller survey of rebellion and insurrection.
- Tony aimed to show many colors of resistance rather than a single, simple cause.
Solving Gorman Canon Conflicts
- The show resolved canon dissonance around the Gorman massacre and Mon Mothma's timeline.
- Gilroy worked with Lucasfilm's lore team to align Tarkin stories, memorials, and dates to fit canon.
