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SSW252: Is redemption possible in a single moment of clarity? Jeff Haecker is joined by Robert King and Kathryn Laffrey to conclude their coverage of Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 with a deep discussion of “Black” and “Bird of Paradise.”

In “Black,” a dying stormtrooper spirals through surreal memories and fractured reflections of himself. Is this a descent into death or a final integration of light and dark? The panel debates whether the ending signals survival, judgment, or rebirth.

Then in “Bird of Paradise,” the focus shifts to Nakime, a Padawan blinded in battle and forced to rediscover the Force beyond sight. Pride, temptation, and ego collide as she faces a Sith adversary and ultimately her own shadow self. Does surrender take more courage than domination? Volume 3 may revisit familiar Star Wars themes, but through bold artistry and global storytelling, it reframes them with emotional and philosophical depth.

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