Episode 5 of season 2 of The Mandalorian has its share of surprises, and especially spoilers. Article reserved for those who have already seen the latest installment in Jon Favreau's series. Because this new chapter brings back a character well known to aficionados of the Star Wars universe: Ahsoka Tano!
The Mandalorian: simply the best episode
No one was really ready. We have known this for some time now. Jon Favreau had promised that Ahsoka Tano would be reintroduced in The Mandalorian as Rosario Dawson. But even if the public knew it, it's hard to be totally prepared for this little bombshell in George Lucas' universe. Ahsoka Tano was invented in 2008 by George Lucas and Dave Filoni for the movie Clone Wars. She later became the central heroine of the eponymous series, which concluded with great fanfare at the beginning of the year. Then, she was a recurring protagonist of the other animated series: Star Wars Rebels. Finally, she made a short voice cameo in The Rise of Skywalker. In short, a Jedi very famous among connoisseurs who makes a remarkable entry into the mainstream universe. 
And what a joy to rediscover the mighty Ahsoka. An unforgettable introduction, perfectly executed by filmmaker Dave Filoni, who knows the character like the back of his hand. The design is superb and Rosario Dawson offers a largely convincing performance. In short, we were afraid of being disappointed, but the result is simply poignant, and largely up to expectations. A powerful reintroduction, and this from the first moments of the episode, which offers a classy staging, carried by an impactful photography and superb play of colors on the two white lightsabers of the heroine. Dave Filoni knows how to manage his protagonist and it is felt from the first minutes of the show via a certain mastery of space, bodies and sets. Frankly, it was well worth it.
An episode full of revelations
And who says Ahsoka, says a plot that still advances by a leap. The old complaints of the series are no longer relevant. While Jon Favreau struggled to advance the plot of his show during the first episodes, and during season 1, this last opus puts a huge boost. Unfortunately, once again, we are still hungry. When will Disney decide to offer longer episodes to develop more deeply this great plot as well as the ins and outs of the Star Wars universe? Or at least stories cut over several episodes? Because 45 minutes is too short to fully adhere to the proposed events, and to fully appreciate the ever more stunning aesthetic of the show. Jon Favreau insists on offering a classic approach to an episode/story. 
In minutes, Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni connect The Mandalorian even more intimately to the rest of the Star Wars universe. Many revelations about Baby Yoda are proposed. His real name, origins, and status in the Star Wars universe are revealed. Which anchors the series a little more in the rest of the continuity. We must also highlight the technical aspect of this last episode, which cleverly mixes a tribute to westerns, but also to samurai films. Two simultaneous fights, one in the tradition of Sergio Leone, the other in that of Akira Kurosawa. Two universes, two styles, two decorations, two rhythms, two textures that respond to each other for a perfectly controlled conclusion. In short, this last episode is an undeniable nugget and promises very, very heavy for the continuation of the adventures of Din Djarin. Incredible how the series The Mandalorian has made a leap forward in a few episodes. Ashoka Tano is perfectly successful, the mix of western, citadel and tribute to samurai movies is superb. And the plot literally becomes exciting. https://youtu.be/eW7Twd85m2g
