"Destiny" Review - The Acolyte, Season 1, Episode 3

In the third episode of The Acolyte, we travel back to the night everything changed for the sisters. However, the singular narrative view leaves us questioning what we're watching.

Takeaways From This Week

• The third episode of The Acolyte focuses on a single point of view, deviating from the dual narrative structure of the previous episodes.
• The relationship between the twin sisters, Osha and Mae, is explored, highlighting the toxic dynamics between them.
• Speculation arises about the events that led to the fire and the involvement of a third party.
• The portrayal of the witches and the Jedi in the episode raises questions about redemption arcs and the potential for the Jedi to have done something wrong.
• Jodie Turner-Smith delivers a standout performance as the leader mother of the witches.

Episode Breakdown

• Episode Title: Destiny
• Synopsis: On a mysterious planet, the tragic journey of two sisters begins.
• Director: Kogonada
• Writer: Jasmyne Flournoy, Eileen Shim, Lesyle Headland

Hosts:

• Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
• Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

Acolyte Insights Credits:

• Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star Wars
• Holocron Entries Art: Cherie Henriques
• Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
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