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Echo was mired in controversy from the very start. The series faced significant delays and nearly underwent complete re-shoots, with Kevin Feige showing signs of wanting to cancel the project altogether. The push to keep the show afloat appeared driven by virtue signaling and identity politics rather than creative confidence. The series was intended to feature a unique protagonist—an Indigenous deaf woman who is amputee—and many behind the scenes seemed motivated more by the desire to showcase diverse representation than storytelling quality.