‘Andor’ Team Breaks Down Their Favorite Series Moments, Including That Mon Mothma Speech

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On Friday evening, numerous enthusiasts of “Star Wars” assembled at the Writers’ Guild Theater in Los Angeles for an exciting event titled “An Evening With Andor“. This gathering was a fitting conclusion to celebrations honoring one of the franchise’s cherished television series.

A tremendous outburst of applause erupted as Diego Luna, Adria Arjona, Ben Mendelsohn, Genevieve O’Reilly, Tony Gilroy (executive producer) and Sanne Wohlenberg (also executive producer) made their appearance for a lengthy question-and-answer session. This event was skillfully guided by the witty comedian and die-hard Star Wars enthusiast Patton Oswalt.

Unfortunately for Star Wars enthusiasts eager for more stories from the distant past, Tony Gilroy, the mind behind Andor, hinted that his return to the Star Wars universe might be delayed. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter prior to the event, he expressed that a return could take some time.

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Fans wishing for more tales from a galaxy far, far away by Tony Gilroy may find themselves waiting longer than expected. During a red carpet chat with The Hollywood Reporter before the event, Gilroy, the creator of Andor, suggested that his next Star Wars adventure might take a while to materialize.

He mentioned that “Rogue” was a decade back, representing about six years of his personal life, amounting to 26 hours of coding. In essence, he said, one should always be open to change, but at this moment, he wishes to focus on directing again, not immediately.

Gilroy additionally disclosed his preferred moment from the series, wrapping up its second and last season this month, along with the part he regretted not incorporating: “The scene where Eedy visits for lunch at Dedre’s apartment was my favorite. I adore writing Eedy so much. I was disheartened that I couldn’t manage to include Eedy visiting Luthen’s gallery. I was thinking, ‘Oh, my goodness, that would have been a full 30-minute scene.’ I truly wished I could have penned that.

Luna, portraying the series protagonist Cassian Andor, chose his preferred scene, one that carried a significant emotional weight within the narrative’s unfolding.

Man, that Ghorman massacre scene was an emotional rollercoaster for me! I can tell you it’s something I’ll remember forever. The action was so fast-paced, with explosions, fires, stunts, and fights all happening simultaneously. There were instances where multiple cameras were rolling as we orchestrated the whole spectacle with a crowd of extras. It was nothing short of amazing to watch it all come together.

The completely filled auditorium resonated with enthusiastic applause throughout the showing of episode nine, a prelude to the Q&A session that followed. During this interactive discussion, Luna revealed that the team’s commitment to building an authentic universe using genuine sets and visual effects enabled the actors to deliver outstanding performances.

He stated that if a drawer existed, it held something within. There was a rational system for cooking in the kitchen. Frequently, the set design team would visit to clarify the reasoning behind the scene’s setup. The actor’s role is enabled by this. It’s not about memorizing lines; it’s about immersing oneself in the moment.

Gilroy stated, “The most significant accomplishment was igniting passion and driving enthusiasm in each team. People crave excitement; they yearn for their work. If we provide them with ample time and a bit of funding, and encourage them to surpass their own limits, then we allowed people to let loose and seek the thrill they desire. In every department, team members were overjoyed at the opportunity to engage in this extraordinary endeavor.

One frequently discussed scenes from the series involved a passionate anti-fascist address given by Senator Mon Mothma, portrayed by O’Reilly. In an interview with THR, she revealed the secrets behind her compelling portrayal.

At first, we planned to record the scene in parts, but Gilroy suggested, “Don’t you want to deliver the entire speech?” To which I replied affirmatively. I wanted the challenge of delivering that speech multiple times so I could truly embody it as an actor. This meant carefully crafting the subtleties of when she was attentive, distracted, or fearful, so that the speech would resonate with those emotions. I believe this project is about exploring courage, but the character doesn’t realize her actions are courageous in the moment. She’s filled with self-doubt and fear. However, I found her courage by delving deeper into the words and her voice.

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2025-05-31 20:54