'The Mandalorian' Episode 4 is a Nod to a Classic Western Movie Trope

[Admin]

"The Mandalorian" defends a village against raiders in Episode 4. Here's a full review of the live action "Star Wars" series now showing on Disney Plus.

'The Mandalorian' Episode 4 is a Nod to a Classic Western Movie Trope : Read more

 

[Chad Singer]

You just now noticed that?
The entire SERIES is a nod to that trope.

 

[Woodstock]

The entire series is a nod to Westerns, yes, not just this particular trope, no. In fact, the series touches upon a number of different themes within the Western genre.

 

[Colbtron]

"The Mandalorian" defends a village against raiders in Episode 4. Here's a full review of the live action "Star Wars" series now showing on Disney Plus.

'The Mandalorian' Episode 4 is a Nod to a Classic Western Movie Trope : Read more

Although this "trope" was used in the Magnificent Seven, the original was "Seven Samurai" by Akira Kurosawa. It became a western plot device later.

 

[tk1430]

Yes, this episode was a nod to classic westerns like "The Magnificent Seven", but while you mentioned "Hidden Fortress" you kind of missed the point that "The Magnificent Seven" was inspired by "Seven Samurai" -- another film from Akira Kurosawa who was a HUGE influence on George Lucas. It's all connected...

 

[sward]

I haven't watched it yet! I'm scared I won't like it...

 

[rod]

"The Mandalorian" defends a village against raiders in Episode 4. Here's a full review of the live action "Star Wars" series now showing on Disney Plus.

'The Mandalorian' Episode 4 is a Nod to a Classic Western Movie Trope : Read more

I watched this and enjoyed the action