Andor Director Benjamin Caron On Why Series Doesn’t Feel Like Star Wars

It’s a big week for Benjamin Caron. His latest film Sharper, a smart and exciting thriller, opens this weekend in theaters before heading to Apple TV and UK cinemas on February 17. Caron became one of the most high-profile names in television directing, having helmed series like The Crown and Sherlock, before being asked by Tony Gilroy to oversee three episodes of his Star Wars spin-off, Andor. The season finale was one of those episodes. “Rix Road“ received universal acclaim and was dubbed one of the best pieces of storytelling in the Star Wars franchise, with particular praise going Caron’s directing for a series which started out under the radar before becoming a breakout hit, a genuine conversation starter and a worthy addition to an almost-fifty year old series of films and stories. Speaking with Collider’s Steven Weintraub while promoting Sharper, Caron opened up on the cultural impact the show had made, as well as what he felt made the show stand out among the pool