Chapter 21: The Pirate

Honestly you have people basically calling it another filler and others calling it a copy of Pirates of the Caribbean. I mean What?! It wasn't a bad episode in the slightest, not a 10/10 but not how people are making it out. Don't believe the critics. This episode had progression on the Mandalorians and story, not a filler.

When i started watching this episode i could tell it was going to be great already due to the build up of music and the flowing cinematography. Wasn't too sure on certain subplot characters returning but the rest of the episode justified it well. Going against my review from the previous episode, the Mandalorians actually seemed badass again. Even Din Djarin himself had flawless screen time. It's just a pity it's taken this long to get an episode like this because this is why i started watching The Mandalorian.

The last scene has so many questions it makes me actually intrigued for the series again.

9.1/10.

The pirates invade Navarro and Greef Karga seeks help.

This is an enjoyable action focused episode with some very strong visuals.

There is plenty of spectacle to enjoy in this one as we see the Mandalorians in full effect and for a worthy cause. Some of the aerial battles are particularly slick and involve a great mix of imagery, music and sound effects.

I think the back and forth discussions about certain aspects of the episode's plot move at a frustrating pace when you consider what is meant to be happening on Navarro. Also, when you consider the the overarching narrative, Djin and Bo have done very little since season 3 started (other than a few side missions).

It does end with a bit of hope for what might happen next and there is a massive hint about the return of a certain character, which hopefully will be positive, and that a twist might be on the cards. I wonder if it's what I'm thinking.

This week we received an overall great episode that got the ball rolling on the future for Bo Karan and the rest of the Mandalorians. I'm glad to see that the events of episode 3 are also coming back to actually play a significant role in the story. My sole complaint, as evidenced by the title, is that this season's cinematography has been subpar at best. Greig Fraser, the cinematographer for the first two seasons was also responsible for projects like Rogue One, Dune, and The Batman, all of which were incredibly visually stunning works. With his absence, season 3 feels more like a cartoon than anything else. Seeing Mandalorians fight in the broad daylight with no particle effects outside of blaster sparks just takes me completely out of the story. It makes it obvious that this is shot on a set and takes me out of the immersion of what is otherwise a good story. The shots inside of the pirate ship are front lit, which eliminates any feeling that we're bunkered down with the pirates. It's definitely a nitpick, but I feel the difference in quality is extremely noticeable and should not be glossed over just for the fact that we're getting good Star Wars content.

This is more like it. After a shaky start to this new season, we are back on track. The established characters and storylines are coming together now. It's even possible to appreciate the episode two weeks ago.

The action is as good as it ever has been. It's cool to see the Mandalorians act like a special military force. We do not see a lot of strategy in Star Wars so it was good. The stories revolving Bo-Katan and Mando are very interesting and we seem to have an actual clear objective for this season now (which is great).

Honestly, Grogu is not cute anymore. He does not seem to be very intelligent and he walks slowly. I don't know if Disney can keep playing him as this cute little baby because it's getting annoying. He is 50 years old and he can't be this naive right? The biggest problem is that his writing is so inconsistent. Sometimes he gets flashbacks and can handle himself and find Bo-Katan on a different planet, but at other times he is just a little baby who can't do anything on his own. Is this sweet little act not getting old? I think so. If they took Grogu more seriously that would benefit the show and its storytelling.

I still like the mandalorian. But the magics is disappearing. The "villians" are fake as f. They look like a blend between the first season of star Trek aliens and the muppets. The other mandolorians act and move more and more like the power rangers. I get the feeling they got some cossplayers to fill the gaps in actors and costumes.

The action scenes are badass. The story is from time to time intriguing.

The culture of the mandalorians is fascinating.

I hope the story keeps evolving. I'm glad that the pirates are gone now.

It raises the question were are the mandalorians in the last movies?