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As the premiere ofThe Acolyteapproaches, this mysterious new addition to the franchise aims to captivate viewers with fresh characters and thrilling action scenes, which have been so intense they’ve reportedly resulted in a notable number of broken laser swords.
The two-episode premiere ofStar Wars: The Acolyteis just days away, bringing viewers into the unexploredHigh Republic era of the Star Wars universe. The series promises an ambitious narrative centered around various Jedi during this period. Even before its release,The Acolyteis earning acclaim for its star-studded cast and the impressive fight scenes featured in its trailers. And recently, one of the stars shared insights into the making of these intense action sequences.
In an interview withComicBookaboutStar Wars: The Acolyte, actress Dafne Keen shared an unexpected challenge she faced on set, which included inadvertently breaking the prop lightsabers during action scenes. Keen recounted how, on the very first day of filming, she managed to break up to five of the laser swords while performing the extreme fight sequences. “Well, first of all, I broke at least five lightsabers on my first day because I’d hit them really hard in the lead,” Keen elaborated on this during the interview. She was so embarrassed and worried about the incidents that she entertained the notion that Lucasfilm might reassess her involvement in the series because of the damage caused. “I was like, ‘I’m fired.’ Also, how much money did I just cost Disney? Truly, there is no sense of shame stronger than when an AD looks at you with disappointment, and the looks of disappointment I was getting from ADs. They just look at me and they’d be like, ‘Dafne broke another saber.’ And you’re like, ‘Oh my God, I wanna actually die.'”
Thankfully, a swift solution emerged for this challenge: The production team opted to introduce more miniature sabers rather than investing in additional laser swords. This adjustment aimed to prevent Keen from repeatedly striking the weapon against surfaces during intense action sequences, thereby minimizing potential damage. She said, “And they’re like, ‘It’s ok. Can you bring another one in?’ And you’re like, ‘Oh God.’ So, a lot of that. Also, very shamefully, I’m short, so my saber kept hitting the ground whenever I spun it. So they had to give me a shorter saber, which also not very cool when they’re like, ‘Here’s a smaller one.’ They’re like, ‘Oh, cute.'” Despite initial reservations about this new equipment, the actress found solace in the significant reduction of her instances of sword hits and breakage. Such adaptations hint at the high-octane nature of the series, presenting a thrilling prospect asenthusiastic Star Wars fans share their desires forThe Acolyteseries. This rapid consumption of lightsabers within a condensed timeframe serves as a testament to the action-packed and exhilarating fight scenes awaiting viewers inStar Wars: The Acolyte, promising exciting developments for enthusiasts.
Dafne Keen, known for her role asX-23 in the acclaimed Marvel action epicLogan, steps into the Star Wars universe as Jecki Lon, a unique blend of human and Theelin lineage, inStar Wars: The Acolyte. Set a century prior to the events ofStar Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, the series follows the esteemed Jedi Master Sol, portrayed byLee Jung-Jae ofSquid Gamefame, as he delves into a string of mysterious murders. But as the investigation unfolds, a malevolent force emerges, threatening to disrupt the delicate balance of the Jedi Order. A gripping saga of intrigue and danger unfolds as the revered Jedi Master confronts a formidable adversary from his past, played by Amandla Stenberg. With each revelation, the Star Wars characters journey deeper into a shadowy realm where dark forces unveil unsettling truths.
Catch the premiere ofStar Wars: The Acolyte, with its initial two episodes streaming exclusively on Disney+ starting June 4.
