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Obi-Wan Kenobi Part I & II | After-Show

May 31, 2022
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INSIGHT

Musical And Cinematic Continuity

  • John Williams wrote a new Obi-Wan theme and the score ties the series into the prequel legacy.
  • The show feels like a condensed film in episodic chunks, similar in ambition to Andor.
INSIGHT

Order 66 Sets The Emotional Stage

  • Opening with Order 66 and a prequel recap reset the emotional stakes and reminded viewers of the tragedy.
  • The recap positions the series as the direct next step after Revenge of the Sith for longtime fans.
ANECDOTE

Obi-Wan's Beaten, Monotonous Life

  • Obi-Wan's Tatooine life is shown as monotonous and broken, working in a meat mine and stealing food to survive.
  • The hosts note his nightmares and prayer-like conversations with Qui-Gon to underline deep PTSD and grief.
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