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This revelation is significant because it confirms what many fans suspected: that the long-promised trilogy was more of a placeholder or a "what could have been" scenario. Kennedy and Disney’s persistent talk about “ongoing discussions” ultimately masked the truth that no serious plans were ever established, and the project was likely abandoned early on.
The Burden of Backlash and Creative Struggles
Johnson reflected on the emotional toll of The Last Jedi’s reception, sharing that he personally found the negative reactions difficult—something he hadn’t fully admitted publicly before. Interestingly, he compared this experience to his college days when he and his friends hated the prequels, which helped him understand and endure criticism more resiliently.