This is the Way Podcast learned about two parts of anime culture through episode 8. Steve knew they existed, but didn't really understand the terminology. There's "kawaii" and there's "manga effects" and neither of them are important to storytelling, but are certainly a big part of anime.
If those things appeal to you, then "Lop and Ocho" might serve you a terrific Star Wars story. If those things pull you out of the suspension of disbelief you need to enjoy the story, the eighth episode of season one of Star Wars: Visions might be borderline watchable.
There's a humanoid rabbit not named Jaxxon (Lop) and a headstrong rebellious daughter not named Leia (Ocho). The rebel girl is actually an Imperial sympathizer. Well, worse than that actually. She sells out her family to join the Empire in spite of what it's doing to the natural wonders of her home world. Leave it to an off-worlder adopted by the leader of the clan to save the day. She embodies the suffering and the longing to belong that the "real" daughter of the boss doesn't want to accept. Parents just don't understand, I guess.
Only one episode remains in season one coverage. Wait and see if it's released before the Obi-wan Kenobi series starts next week!
Steve recaps "Lop and Ocho", reminds you to give the Filmmaker Focus featurette a look, and requests you follow our updated links at Linktree. Please consider following This is the Way Podcast on Twitter (@ThisistheWayPod) and email us at thisisthewaypodcast@gmail.com and share our podcast with your friends. Thanks for listening!
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