'Ahsoka' proves that women can be heroes in 'Star Wars'

"Ahsoka" is an acknowledgment that some of Star Wars' richest and most meaningful storytelling has long been happening on television, particularly in animation.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment August 24, 2023 Commentary: 'Ahsoka' proves that 'Star Wars' has long been a galaxy where women can be heroes The latest "Star Wars" spinoff reunites Ahsoka Tano, Sabine Wren and Hera Syndulla, and it showcases a broader view of what heroes look like in a galaxy far, far away. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT The studios went public with their WGA offer. Was it a mistake? Signaling increasing frustration with the Writers Guild of America, Hollywood studios took the unusual step of publicizing their latest offer to the guild. SHARE       READ MORE Column: Lizzo has many talents. If recent claims are true, being the boss isn't one of them The allegations against Lizzo, which she called "false" and "outrageous," underscore the challenges of turning a personal brand into a business empire. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Review: A gamer gets behind the wheel in the slick 'Gran Turismo,' an ad for big dreams (and cars) Directed by "District 9's" Neill Blomkamp, this uplift delivery device — also very much a Nissan commercial — co-stars David Harbour and Orlando Bloom. SHARE       READ MORE 'Frasier' returns to TV in time for its 30th anniversary: I hear the blues a-callin', again Paramount+'s "Frasier" revival series will premiere in October, 30 years after the show originally aired on NBC. Kelsey Grammer returns in the title role. SHARE       READ MORE Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's love story: A timeline of their relationship Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade have been together for more than a decade. Here's a look at the couple's breakups, makeups, parenting, advocating and peeves. SHARE       READ MORE Review: James Castle made thousands of resolute drawings with soot and spit The first Southern California show of self-taught artist James Castle (1899-1977) is now on view at Santa Barbara Museum of Art. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2023, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Unsubscribe from this newsletter · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US