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Andor is the Best Star Wars Show PERIOD.
On this episode of In The Cut Podcast writer and producer Tian Jun Gu (House of Cards, Y the Last Man) comes on to break down “Make It Stop,” an episode from the second season of Andor (Disney+).
From Dedra’s relentless pursuit of Axis, to the shocking fate of Luthen, to we dive into the episode’s bold storytelling choices, cinematic visuals, and moral ambiguity at the heart of rebellion. Plus, Tian Jun shares invaluable insights he gain while participating in the Writers' Guild East Showrunner's training program.
Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, an aspiring writer, or just love great TV, this episode is packed with storytelling gems.
Chapters:
0:00 – Welcome to In The Cut Podcast
0:19 – Andor Series Overview & Make it Stop Summery
1:42 – Fade In / Fade Out: Star Wars Edition (Rapid Fire Game)
8:22 – Opening Scene of Make It Stop (Lonnie’s Betrayal & Death Star Reveal)
14:39 – Dedra Meets Axis (Luthen’s Tense Confrontation)
18:29 – Kleya & Luthen's Relationship vs Cassian & Maarva
25:09 – Final Scene & The End of Luthen (A Fitting Farewell)
34:17 – TV Writing Tips & Showrunner Lessons with Tian Jun Gu
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Watch full episodes on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@InTheCutLA/videos
Produced by: Raenbo Media & Video Del Mar
Host & Executive Producer: Rae Benjamin
Director & Executive Producer: Joseph Fuentes
Original Music by: Michael Shann aka MadOne
For more resources, live events, and virtual workshops, visit https://inthecutla.org/
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Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QpovDQ7d2yiLV5K0fxhyq
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Season 2 Credits:
Key Set PA
Jose Medina Rodriguez
Set PAs
Cathie Arteaga
Julio Correa
Jordan Patton
Terrence Little
Michael Shann III
Post-Production PA
Johan Barry
Writer’s Assistants
Ra Djhuty Balla-Gabriele
Laura Ferdinand
Keith A. Wallace
PR/Marketing Assistants
Marcy Best
Tiffany D. Pinkney
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By In The CutOn this episode of In The Cut Podcast writer and producer Tian Jun Gu (House of Cards, Y the Last Man) comes on to break down “Make It Stop,” an episode from the second season of Andor (Disney+).
From Dedra’s relentless pursuit of Axis, to the shocking fate of Luthen, to we dive into the episode’s bold storytelling choices, cinematic visuals, and moral ambiguity at the heart of rebellion. Plus, Tian Jun shares invaluable insights he gain while participating in the Writers' Guild East Showrunner's training program.
Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, an aspiring writer, or just love great TV, this episode is packed with storytelling gems.
Chapters:
0:00 – Welcome to In The Cut Podcast
0:19 – Andor Series Overview & Make it Stop Summery
1:42 – Fade In / Fade Out: Star Wars Edition (Rapid Fire Game)
8:22 – Opening Scene of Make It Stop (Lonnie’s Betrayal & Death Star Reveal)
14:39 – Dedra Meets Axis (Luthen’s Tense Confrontation)
18:29 – Kleya & Luthen's Relationship vs Cassian & Maarva
25:09 – Final Scene & The End of Luthen (A Fitting Farewell)
34:17 – TV Writing Tips & Showrunner Lessons with Tian Jun Gu
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Watch full episodes on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@InTheCutLA/videos
Produced by: Raenbo Media & Video Del Mar
Host & Executive Producer: Rae Benjamin
Director & Executive Producer: Joseph Fuentes
Original Music by: Michael Shann aka MadOne
For more resources, live events, and virtual workshops, visit https://inthecutla.org/
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthecutla
Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inthecutla1
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-cut-podcast/id1786880317
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QpovDQ7d2yiLV5K0fxhyq
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Season 2 Credits:
Key Set PA
Jose Medina Rodriguez
Set PAs
Cathie Arteaga
Julio Correa
Jordan Patton
Terrence Little
Michael Shann III
Post-Production PA
Johan Barry
Writer’s Assistants
Ra Djhuty Balla-Gabriele
Laura Ferdinand
Keith A. Wallace
PR/Marketing Assistants
Marcy Best
Tiffany D. Pinkney