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The intricate politics at Lucasfilm reveal a desire by some to deflect responsibility. It is argued that Bob Iger, during his tenure, made critical decisions—such as rejecting the treatments developed by George Lucas and dismissing the ideas that might have saved the sequels—that contributed heavily to the current state of disarray.
The narrative emphasizes that much of the blame has been misplaced on Kathleen Kennedy, who is portrayed as a victim of corporate politics rather than the mastermind behind the failures. Conversely, Iger and other executive figures are accused of prioritizing branding and superficial diversity over genuine storytelling, leading to a decline in box office success and fan engagement.