Star Wars actress Amandla Stenberg, who stars in the new series 'The Acolyte', has spoken out about experiencing 'intolerable racism' and has responded to critics who attacked her online. Stenberg explained how the term 'woke' was originally used as a call to be aware of racially motivated threats, but has since been co-opted as a pejorative by the right wing. She also criticized those who labeled the new series as 'woke', stating that it is 'anything they feel threatened by'. Stenberg referenced an interview she gave to Trevor Noah in 2018, where she stated that the 'goal' of her movie 'The Hate U Give' was to make 'white people cry'. The Acolyte, which is part of the Star Wars franchise, has received praise from critics but has also faced criticism for allegedly incorporating LGBTQ themes. The series premiered earlier this month and new episodes are released weekly. [e9f13204]
Star Wars fans have already begun speculating about the identity of the Sith Lord in 'The Acolyte'. This theory is based on a line of dialogue spoken by the character Qimir. In the show, Qimir quotes the first line of the Sith Code, which has led fans to believe that he may be the Sith Lord himself. The Acolyte introduces Mae, a young Force user trained in the dark side, who is working with the Sith Lord. Qimir's familiarity with the Sith Code suggests that he may be the Sith Lord in disguise. The Acolyte continues to air weekly on Disney Plus. [8e3b8575]
Showrunner Leslye Headland has revealed plans for The Acolyte Season 2, mentioning that Season 1 was designed to be self-contained but also sets up important mysteries and storylines for future seasons. Headland envisions four to five major mysteries and plot points for Season 2, but emphasizes the need for a formal green light from Disney before delving into the creative process. The presence of characters like Master Yoda and Plagueis in the series is uncertain. [a28e5ef3]
Star Wars: The Acolyte Episode 7 is set to release on July 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. PT and 9:00 p.m. ET. The episode follows a Jedi Master investigating crimes that disrupt the peace of the Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic. It features a powerful adversary from the Jedi Master's past and sets the stage for the rise of the Empire. The episode can be watched on Disney Plus. In Episode 6, Osha awakens on an unknown planet and encounters Qimir, the Sith Lord. Master Sol tries to contact the High Council, unaware that Mae is posing as Osha. In Episode 7, Sol is expected to disclose his secrets to Mae, and more details about Qimir's backstory will be revealed. Anubhav Chaudhry serves as an SEO Content Writer for ComingSoon.net.
Manny Jacinto, known for his role as Qimir in The Acolyte, was born on August 19, 1987, making him 37 years old and standing at 1.8m tall. He holds Canadian nationality and grew up in Canada. He is currently married to his longtime girlfriend, Dianne Doan, a Canadian actress and dancer. Manny Jacinto made his acting debut in 2013 and gained fame for his role as Jason Mendoza in The Good Place. He is also set to appear in the Star Wars series The Acolyte and the sequel to Freaky Friday. Manny Jacinto's rise to fame has made him a sensation on TikTok, where he has gained a following among fans of the franchise. He has several upcoming projects and is considered one of the standout actors of 2024. [6449760f]