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Allan noted that unlike the Star Wars of the past—where actresses like Carrie Fisher or Natalie Portman faced no issues of fan backlash—the current climate is heavily politicized. Many fans suspect that Disney’s corporate strategy involves preemptive defenses, framing perceived criticism as misogyny or toxicity designed to suppress female-led stories.
“The fan base in 2024 is still mostly men,” Allan pointed out, “and they’re not showing up as much anymore.” He emphasized that the original fans—who grew up with bagpipe battles and Darth Vader’s menace—are feeling increasingly disconnected from these new narratives.