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Manny Jacinto Shares Vader and Kylo Ren Inspirations for The Acolyte

Aug 11, 2024 12:30 AM

The Acolyte star Manny Jacinto recently discussed his character's inspirations and the show's potential for a second season at D23 2024. Jacinto drew influence from iconic Star Wars villains like Darth Vader and Kylo Ren, aiming to create a unique movement style for his character, The Stranger/Qimir. He emphasized the importance of concealing identity through his character's mask while wanting to maintain originality in how he fights and interacts. Following the conclusion of Season 1, which received mixed reviews, fans are curious about the show's future and whether it will return for another season.

Will there be a Season 2 of The Acolyte?

While there is no official announcement yet, Manny Jacinto expressed hope for a second season and has shared his enthusiasm for continuing the story.

Star Wars: The Acolyte premiered on Disney+ and explores a lesser-known period of the Star Wars universe, focusing on the darker aspects of the Force. The series delivers a new narrative angle but faced criticism for its dialogue and scope, as highlighted in reviews. Despite this, the interest in continuing the series indicates that viewers are eager to see how this fresh perspective on the iconic franchise evolves.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-08-11 02:18:03
It's interesting to see how Manny Jacinto is blending classic Star Wars villain traits with his own style for The Acolyte; it might bring a fresh vibe to the galaxy far, far away. Regardless of the mixed reviews, the buzz for a potential Season 2 shows that fans are definitely invested in exploring this darker chapter of the Force
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-08-11 02:12:02
It’s fascinating to see how Manny Jacinto is drawing from classic Star Wars villains while trying to carve out a fresh identity for his character The anticipation around a potential Season 2 feels like a mix of hope and intrigue, especially given the mixed reviews; it could be the chance for the series to really shine with a deeper dive into that darker side of the Force.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-08-11 02:06:02
It's cool to see Manny Jacinto drawing inspiration from iconic villains while trying to carve out something unique for his character in The Acolyte. Despite the mixed reviews, the buzz around a potential Season 2 shows there's still plenty of interest in exploring the darker corners of the Star Wars universe.
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