Growing up in the 1970s in South Korea, Lee Jung-jae’s fascination with the “Star Wars” cinematic universe was immediate after he encountered a striking movie poster for “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope” in his neighborhood.
“I wondered, ‘What kind of movie is this? Is this even a movie? It was something that I had never seen before,” Lee tells NextShark. “It really piqued my curiosity. This movie really had a sensational impact when it came out in Korea.”
“Lee Jung-jae knows how to switch from being emotionally available and vulnerable to being completely guarded and in control,” Headland shares. “He knows how to be formidable and intimidating, and then he can switch to being just absolutely heartbreaking in terms of how fragile he is. I don’t know many actors who can do that.”
Despite initial doubts, Headland’s encouragement helped Lee embrace the role of Sol, who investigates a series of crimes against the Jedi, who are the ancient order of warriors serving as guardians of peace and justice, known for their use of the Force and mastery of lightsabers.
Set about 100 years before “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace,” the series takes place during the High Republic era when the Jedi Order is at the height of its power. The primary suspect in the Jedi murders is Osha, played by Amandla Stenberg, a former Padawan and Sol’s student turned freighter mechanic. As Sol delves deeper into the investigation, the boundaries between good and evil blur, forcing him…
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