Part 7/10:
Why the Hype Might Be a Smokescreen
The obsession with Pascal may serve more as a distraction than a real solution. Hollywood faces multiple crises: theaters are closing, franchises are struggling, and the overall cultural relevance of Star Wars has waned. The idea that Pascal, who has been associated with box office failures, could reverse this decline seems far-fetched.
Moreover, his personal reputation has taken hits—his over-familiarity with female co-stars and perceived creepiness have not helped his brand. Yet, Hollywood and mainstream media continue to insist that the key to revival is more Pascal face time, especially removing his Mandalorian helmet in promotional images, to appeal to audiences in a time when cinema attendance continues to plummet.