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Fans are especially wary because her statements seem to suggest her activism influences her creative choices in ways that could conflict with established Star Wars lore and themes. Her focus on identity politics risks alienating core audiences who have traditionally enjoyed the franchise for its storytelling and characters, not political messaging.
The Backlash and Media Dynamics
The controversy was not immediate but grew over time as details about the director’s beliefs and statements became widely known. Many observers argue that the backlash isn’t rooted in her gender or ethnicity, but in her explicit activism, which many perceive as incompatible with the franchise’s legacy.