One of the reasons The Mandalorian quickly went viral is the presence of “Baby Yoda“, nickname given by the Star Wars community to Grogu. But we discover that Dave Filoni – executive producer – e John Favreau – director and screenwriter – have discussed “fiercely” about the character.
Filoni explained: “Honestly, it’s something I never would have done because Yoda is Yoda. I think people now look back and think we jumped in. We were actually very cautious. The level of attention, especially in the first season, about the way we presented this baby he was very high. ”
The creators of The Mandalorian were in doubt about Grogu, especially since i original designs they offered feral and wrinkled hands. A new artwork, which you can see below, made it real. Favreau states that Grogu was “awkward and ugly” in the right way. He didn’t have to be too cute.
A bigger problem, however, was that of lore. Favreau and Filoni did not want the mystery of Yoda to be revealed: even today the character does not have a certain origin. Grogu could risk ruining everyone’s beloved Jedi master. Kathleen Kennedy, head of Lucasfilm, said that “he has us stuck for a while. [Jon Favreau] and Dave [Filoni] they argued somewhat fiercely. ”
To all this is added the fact that, historically, the new ones “cute” characters wars have not always been loved. Jar Jar Binks, for example, was designed as a fun character for kids, but was hated right away. The Ewoks, from the original trilogy, weren’t exactly loved by everyone even at the time. Fortunately, Grogu was a great success.
Looking to the future of the saga and precisely to Star Wars Ahsoka, we know that the production of the series has begun.
