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The Acolyte, led by Leslie Hedlin, has faced severe criticism from fans who were disappointed with various aspects of the show—its writing, storytelling, character development, and overall direction. Historically, when Star Wars projects fail to meet fan expectations, the franchise's management often resorts to a familiar playbook: dismiss critics, blame fans, or accuse them of racism and sexism, rather than acknowledging faults in their products.