Star Wars Rebels becomes more tense as we’re moving steady toward the show’s season finale.
Here’s our review…
Star Wars Rebelsconsistently reaffirms my trust in its writers.
I dont think the season finale will feel like a special event separated from the rest of the show.
Instead, it feels like a gradual acceleration.
His first appearance alone is rich with subtle interactions between the villains.
In a beautiful, classic shot, a Star Destroyer flies ominously over Lothal.
Afterward, Maketh Tuas expressions speak volumes as a nervous look gives way to a puffed-up greeting.
(A shame we dont have someone who specializes in dealing with [Jedi.]
Call to Action reminds viewers that this is the Dark Times, after all.
The Imperials destroy their own tower (their own industrial interests.)
Tarkin has his own belief, his own law of the jungle like he did in the novel.
That returns us to Tarkins beliefs about the Jedi.
At the end of the episode, Ezras voice projected over Kanans terrible situation layers well.
Ezra talks about freedom over a scene of capture.
Its in that scene that I was reminded of Heras words about hope.
Call to Action closes in silence, letting a frightening, effective cliffhanger stretch out.
Rating:
4 out of 5
