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However, as news of the project circulated, so did concerns about its direction. Critics and insiders noted that the script and concept heavily leaned into what some perceived as "woke" messaging. These concerns were not just about the storyline but also about the ideological tone that the studio was pushing.
According to recent reports from the Wall Street Journal, the project was ultimately canceled by Warner Brothers Discovery CEO David Zaslav after he scrutinized the script. Zaslav reportedly found the film to be "too woke"—a term often used to criticize media perceived as excessively focused on social justice themes or political correctness. The decision was made around 2022, shortly after Zaslav took the helm of the company.