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Michael Idato

Michael Idato

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Editor-at-Large and Television Critic, Sydney Morning Herald

Los Angeles

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  • ‘The stakes are getting higher’: Star Wars’ most daring story comes to an end

    By Michael Idato Verified| The Age Verified , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. The television series Andor is in many ways the most intriguing offering in the Star Wars universe. It does not lean into the lore of the Jedi Knights and the Force. It does not show off with lightsaber duels. It does not depend on many of the tropes of its genre. Instead, it’s deeply political.

    By Michael Idato Verified · The Age

    Apr. 15, 2025

  • Tony Armstrong and Courtney Act to host Eurovision Song Contest 2025 on SBS Australia

    By Michael Idato Verified| Sydney Morning Herald Verified , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. In the annals of pop culture history, there are just a handful of truly great partnerships: Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn, Tony Curtis and Marilyn Monroe, and ... Tony Armstrong and Courtney Act?

    By Michael Idato Verified · Sydney Morning Herald

    Apr. 08, 2025

  • ‘The stakes are getting higher’: Star Wars’ most daring story comes to an end

    By Michael Idato Verified| The Age Verified , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. The television series Andor is in many ways the most intriguing offering in the Star Wars universe. It does not lean into the lore of the Jedi Knights and the Force. It does not show off with lightsaber duels. It does not depend on many of the tropes of its genre. Instead, it’s deeply political.

    By Michael Idato Verified · The Age

    Apr. 15, 2025

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Sydney Morning Herald

The Sydney Morning Herald (SMH) is Australia's oldest continuously published newspaper, established in 1831. Originally launched as the Sydney Herald, it became a daily publication in 1840 and adopted its current name in 1842. The newspaper has a rich history, having been under the control of the Fairfax family for 149 years before being acquired by Nine Entertainment in 2018. SMH offers extensive news coverage, focusing on national and international events, politics, business, and popular stories. It is known for its responsible journalism and features a variety of editorial content, including opinion pieces and analyses from well-known writers. In addition to its print edition, SMH has a strong digital presence, providing news updates and multimedia content online. With a weekly readership of over 808,000, it serves as a significant platform for advertisers in Australia.

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