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Episode 5 presented a notable moment for fans: a brief appearance—or rather, a vision—of Hayden Christensen’s Anakin Skywalker. It offered a nostalgic nod to older fans but lacked substance for most viewers unfamiliar with Clone Wars. These callback scenes, while appreciated by die-hard fans, largely lack context for newcomers, rendering them ineffective in driving engagement.
Character Portrayals and Direction
Another critique concerns the characterization under Dave Filoni’s direction. While the original Clone Wars and Rebels series exhibited diverse character personalities, Ahsoka’s characters now seem flat, monotonous, and homogenous. Rosario Dawson, a talented actress, struggles to breathe life into the titular character, who now feels distant and uninteresting.