Overview

• Andor Season 2 features Star Wars' first explicit on-screen queer kiss between Vel Sartha and Cinta Kaz, a milestone for LGBTQ representation in the franchise.
• Cinta Kaz's sudden death during a Ghorman heist has led to discussions about the 'bury your gays' trope and its implications for queer storytelling.
• Showrunner Tony Gilroy defends the narrative choice as a reflection of war's randomness, emphasizing the cost of rebellion and authenticity in storytelling.
• The series also delves into the psychological toll of resistance, portraying Bix self-medicating to cope with PTSD, a first for Star Wars canon.
• Andor deepens Star Wars lore by revisiting D’Qar, a location significant to the Sequel Trilogy, showcasing its use by the Rebel Alliance years earlier.