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idc if you dont like sci-fi or you hate star wars, i am being so fr rn go watch andor. it is a masterclass in television and perfectly mirrors the world we currently live in. it might just be the closest thing disney has to prestige television.
as a star wars fan I can tell u with 100% certainty that you do not need to know anything abt the star wars movies or universe to enjoy this show! it can exist in it's own little self contained bubble. (although the sw movie it is directly tied to- "rogue one" is also a really good piece of media but im biased shh)
it is a strong anti-facist piece of art whose commentary on the world is so strong i've legit heard stories of ppl who have become radicalized by watching the show. the craft put into the show is amazing- the music, cinematography, acting, practical effects, costuming, and writing is all top notch stuff! stellen skarsgard himself described it as "star wars for adults" and i personally describe it as "really fucking good".
plus if you need any more reasons diego luna and adria arjona are rlly hot.
18h ago
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the only star wars show worth watching tbh. the writing, the production, the acting, everything is impeccable—not just by star wars standards, but in general. seriously, one of the best shows ever. it doesn't rely on fanservicey cameos and cheap easter eggs—it relies on powerful storytelling and thoughtful crafting; substance over spectacle. it's like if star wars were produced by HBO (i still can't believe it's actually d*sney given the lackluster cash grab shit shows they've been producing for the past decade)
the way it depicts the banality of evil, the insidious nature of fascism, the ugly sacrifices of a rebellion, and the beautiful power of love and community in such a grounded way with nuance is just *chef's kiss*. this is not your typical family-friendly "good vs evil" star wars story. no jedis, no siths, no lightsabers, but i'm seated. i am simply too seated. and diego luna is hot. adria arjona too. (god i love their chemistry and i'm so emotionally invested in their characters' love story)
but seriously, it's a well-written story about oppressed people rebelling against fascism that happens to borrow the universe of a popular franchise. i could talk for hours about andor. go watch andor! you don't have to be a star wars fan to enjoy it, i promise you won't regret it
Apr 26, 2025
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😃if you really love sci-fi and fantasy, id totally recommend watching season 1 and 2 of Andor. it’s honestly just really good and it ties in lots of Star Wars lore so well. i was honestly so shocked to see it end up so good. also it has K2SO! whats there more to love :3
May 31, 2025
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re-upping this rec now that the series finale dropped: this show is a masterpiece. i often see asks on here along the lines of "how do i stay hopeful in the face of the destruction of the world around me," and i am not shitting you at all when i say that - for well over a year now - this show and its ideas have been an enormous part of how i still find it in myself to have hope despite it all.
it is a dark, brutal show, but its brutality exists to underscore the show's absolutely unshakable faith in the indomitability of the human spirit, the fragility of tyranny, and the revolutionary power of love. do not get scared away by the "star wars" of it all - if you have ever struggled to stay the course when faced with the weight of the world's horrors, you absolutely need to watch this show. it tells a timeless story that is essential for our time.
it is a dark, brutal show, but its brutality exists to underscore the show's absolutely unshakable faith in the indomitability of the human spirit, the fragility of tyranny, and the revolutionary power of love. do not get scared away by the "star wars" of it all - if you have ever struggled to stay the course when faced with the weight of the world's horrors, you absolutely need to watch this show. it tells a timeless story that is essential for our time.
May 25, 2025
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🎟I love doing things on a whim!! like shoutout to me and this one other random person who is out here watching "sinners" on a random ass tuesday at 10:30pm in what im pretty sure must be it's last day in theatres 😭😭😭
Jul 2, 2025
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geniuenly it is so good. they have a random article generator, guess what happened today in history game on the app, and a feature which let's you make lists for all the articles you find :))
good way to learn, get off social media, and cure boredom!
Jun 12, 2025
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i made a tumblr web weaving type post abt this ages ago, but I was re-reminded of this topic when i saw this rec by @CHICKENONASTICK abt how we are the universe experiencing itself. since you cannot re-rec a post with an image i wanted to bring attention to this brennan lee mulligan quote that i feel is applicable:
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