Kyle Soller, the talented actor behind the character Syril Karn in the acclaimed Star Wars series Andor, recently shared his insights regarding Syril’s dramatic fate and enduring legacy during an engaging interview. He also delved into the anticipated Andor Season 2 and discussed the intense showdown between Syril and the central protagonist, portrayed by Diego Luna. This dynamic confrontation promises to add depth to both characters and their arcs within the broader narrative of the series.
Kyle Soller Shares Insights on Syril’s Fate and Epic Showdown with Andor in Season 2
During an insightful interview with Collider, Soller revealed the pivotal moment when he discovered Syril’s fate, specifically his death, which he learned about between the first and second seasons. He recounted a conversation with series creator and showrunner Tony Gilroy, who provided him with a detailed outline concerning the intertwined story arcs of Syril and Dedra Meero, played by Denise Gough. Soller, who previously portrayed Alfred Hillinghead in the Netflix series Bodies, reflected, “He’s [Gilroy] setting it all up. But he waited to tell me. Which is clever and good, rather than thinking about it from the very beginning. So he tells everybody everything, but he knows when to tell everybody everything.” This strategic approach adds layers to the storytelling process, enhancing the viewer’s experience.
From its inception, Andor has intricately established Syril’s growing obsession with Andor, which reached a boiling point in Season 2 Episode 8. In this pivotal episode, Syril identifies Andor during a protest on Ghorman and launches a fierce attack against him. This confrontation escalates into a dramatic fistfight, culminating with Syril aiming a gun at Andor. Just as Andor inquires about Syril’s identity, tragedy strikes when Richard Sammel’s character, Carro Rylanz, shoots Syril dead, marking a shocking moment that underscores the high stakes of their conflict.
In the same interview, Soller poignantly expressed Syril’s “desire to be known,” reflecting on the existential dread that accompanies the fear of being “forgotten” by history. He emphasized that Syril’s fate mirrors that of countless individuals throughout history, who have accomplished significant feats yet remain unrecognized. “It ultimately captures the many, many, many, many people in history who’ve been forgotten, people who actually did much greater things than Syril, who have been forgotten and never get a second look,” Soller elaborated, shedding light on the broader themes of legacy and recognition.
When posed with the question of whether Syril would have aligned himself with the Rebellion, Soller painted a vivid picture of the character, describing him as a “romantic, obsessive, fantasist.” He speculated that, instead of joining the Rebellion, Syril would have likely “just wandered off somewhere,” suggesting a complex and introspective side to his character that may not align with traditional heroism.
For fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter, Andor Season 2 is currently available for streaming on Disney+, offering a deeper dive into the characters and themes that have captivated audiences.
Originally reported by Tamal Kundu on SuperHeroHype.
