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• Jon Favreau’s new film, *The Mandalorian and Grogu*, has set an unwanted franchise record by opening to the lowest box office numbers in *Star Wars* history. • Despite the poor commercial start, the film received critical praise from reviewers, including a four-star rating from *The Independent’s* Loughrey. • The critical reception highlights the film's success as a cautionary tale and its effective portrayal of its monstrous characters.

• Jon Favreau’s new film, *The Mandalorian and Grogu*, has set a negative franchise record by opening to the lowest box office numbers in *Star Wars* history. • Despite the poor commercial performance, the film received critical praise from some reviewers, including a four-star rating from The Independent’s Loughrey. • The film is noted for its thematic depth, specifically its willingness to portray "two monsters" as part of a cautionary tale.

Film starring Pedro Pascal next to ‘Baby Yoda’ took $165m globally on opening weekend, failing to surpass the opening of 2018 flop SoloThe Mandalorian and Grogu may have blasted into first place at the box office – but its launch was far, far away from impressive, having the lowest opening weekend for a Star Wars film since Disney took over the franchise.The film, which stars Pedro Pascal as the titular helmeted warrior who travels the galaxy with a tiny companion better known as “Baby Yoda”, made $102m at the domestic box office (North America and Canada) over the US’s four-day Memorial day weekend, contributing to a total $165m global box office. Continue reading...