The animalistic fight that ensues is devoid of the stylized choreography one might expect from Star Wars.
It’s time we see this familiar face.
Some viewers may feel that this unprecedented event and its tone are too dark for Star Wars.
However, this overlooks a fundamental aspect of Star Wars that makes it a place of unlimited potential.
The quick cuts highlight the different stakes people are facing in the fight against the Empire.
That’s not to say that Mon won’t face increasing threats of her own.
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