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The Decline of Star Wars: An Analysis of "The Acolyte" and the Franchise's Recent Troubles
A Rocky Start Fueled by Preemptive Smears
The latest Star Wars series, The Acolyte, has been embroiled in controversy from the outset. Prior to its release, key figures like Kathleen Kennedy and Leslie Headlin launched aggressive preemptive attacks against fans, labeling them as toxic, sexist, racist, and bigoted simply for expressing skepticism or dissatisfaction. This strategy seemingly set the tone for the show's reception, as many fans and observers suspected the series would not live up to expectations, and indeed, it appears to have confirmed these fears.