The article praises Jessica Lee Gagne's direction in the Severance episode "Chikhai Bardo," highlighting her unique visual style and storytelling capabilities. Her work lifts the narrative, revealing deep emotional layers in the lead characters, Mark and Gemma. The article contrasts this with Andor's approach in portraying the Ghorman Massacre, emphasizing the show’s bold exploration of genocide and fascism within the Star Wars universe. Both series push creative boundaries, with Gagne’s episode symbolizing a potential breakout moment for her career.
Before "Chikhai Bardo," I could not have told you the last time I watched an episode of television and immediately wanted to talk to the person who made it.
Gagne answered the call with an Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind-esque trip through Mark and Gemma's love story, shot on film, which reveals that the two weren't quite the immaculate couple we imagined.
Andor didn't only say "genocide," 'Who Are You?' shows it, in all its abject horror. The Ghorman Massacre, first muttered in whispers via a Star Wars RPG sourcebook, becomes a pivotal series set-piece.
Behold the Ghor sing their national song and feel yourself moved to tears; bear witness to their sudden murder, and feel yourself quake with fury.
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