This week on Forgotten Cinema: Now Showing, the Mikes head to a galaxy far, far away with "The Mandalorian and Grogu".

Butler comes away enjoying the film more than Field, though both agree it suffers from a bloated runtime and repetitive structure. At nearly 30 to 40 minutes longer than it needs to be, the movie revisits certain emotional and action beats too often without evolving the central dynamic between Mando and Grogu.

Butler also brings up a major plot point and action sequence that feels lifted almost directly from the first season of the "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" spinoff "Angel", which he couldn't ignore once noticed.

Even with that, it's still a fun watch. Butler praises the action sequences and especially the IMAX presentation, with the film delivering strong visuals and impressive sound design throughout. Field also finds enjoyment in some of the action and even appreciates one of the film’s callbacks, despite normally disliking that kind of fan service.

Ultimately, both Mikes wonder whether Mando and Grogu may now work better as characters appearing in smaller Indiana Jones-style adventures or as supporting players within larger stories, unless future films are willing to significantly evolve their relationship and formula.

Visually impressive and often entertaining, "The Mandalorian and Grogu" continues the story fans love, even if the franchise may still be searching for its next direction.

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