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The State of Disney Star Wars: A Fractured Franchise and George Lucas’s Distance
The landscape of Star Wars has been drastically reshaped since Disney acquired Lucasfilm in 2012 for over $4 billion. While some fans and media outlets attempt to downplay the clear decline in quality and direction, the reality remains stark: the franchise is in a state of disarray, often perceived as a betrayal of its original spirit. Recent comments from George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars, further illuminate his disconnection from the current era of the franchise and his desire to distance himself from Disney’s vision.