Ahsoka - Gem-ish??
Ahsoka Season 1 has come and gone, leaving a very polarized audience. Has it saved Star Wars? Has it confirmed that it is beyond help? What if I told you, it’s both?
Ahsoka is a mixed bag. There are plenty of good things to say about it, such as the good writing, classic Star Wars action, and heartwarming fan-service moments for fans of Star Wars: Rebels. However, there are also some weak episodes, and the finale felt hollow and incomplete.
One of the best things about Ahsoka is the writing. The dialogue is sharp and the story is exactly what Star Wars has needed to sustainably move forward. Ahsoka herself is a complex and interesting character, and it's great to see her back in action. The supporting cast is also excellent, with standout performances from Ray Stevenson as Baylon Skoll, and Ivanna Sakhno as Shin Hati. The loss of Ray Stevenson will surely be felt for years to come as he has achieved the impossible; a universally loved brand new character accepted into the Star Wars pantheon by all fans across the board.
The action scenes are also top-notch. There are some exciting space battles, and high intensity chases. The show does a great job of capturing the excitement and spectacle of Star Wars. With the exception of some mildly clunky choreography in some of the lightsaber duels.
However, there are also some weak episodes. Some episodes feel lacking, and the pacing can be uneven. The finale feels rushed and incomplete with a lack of pay-off, leaving us feeling unsatisfied.
Overall, Ahsoka Season 1 is a mixed bag. It has some great moments, but it also has some flaws. As a fan of Star Wars, I would take it rather than leave it. However, I do feel that we needed more from this. With the new standard being a wait of two to three years in between seasons, too much was left unfulfilled in this finale to justify such a long wait for answers.
Though I enjoyed it enough that I can’t quite dub the show a “Dumpster Fire”, Ahsoka just didn’t stick the landing.
Ahsoka Now Streaming
on Disney Plus
