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Why Andor’s Grown-Up Heroes Matter to Faithful Adults
Is grown-up storytelling possible in a secular world? Andor proves mature stories can exist without nihilism.
Alan Hurst
April 21, 2025
Is grown-up storytelling possible in a secular world? Andor proves mature stories can exist without nihilism.
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