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However, critics contend that Disney's strategy has backfired. Marvel's phased MCU shift toward more female-centric stories was a calculated move, whereas Star Wars under Kathleen Kennedy and her team appears to have taken a less focused approach. Instead of building on the franchise's traditional strengths, recent offerings like The Book of Boba Fett, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and The Acolyte seem designed to check boxes — diverse characters, gender representation, and social commentary — rather than telling engaging stories.