PRODUCTION THE ACOLYTE
WORDS Katie Kasperson IMAGES Lucasfilm
DOP Chris Teague explores new Star Wars series The Acolyte, blending nostalgia from the original trilogy with its distinctive identity
S et in the High Republic era – around a century before The Phantom Menace ( Star Wars: Episode I ) – The Acolyte follows sisters Osha and Mae, and their rocky relationships with the Jedi Order. Made by Leslye Headland, the series combines a character-driven plot with a lived-in production design, evoking a similar vibe to the original Star Wars trilogy. Having worked together on Russian Doll , Headland and DOP Chris Teague developed the show’s look from the outset. “Leslye knows the [ Star Wars ] universe inside and out,” shares Teague. “She’s talented in many respects when it comes to being a great writer, she’s good with actors and understands the
THE SITH ELEMENT Headland drew the inspiration of an acolyte from a concept which originated in the Legends continuity
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