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Hollywood and the Culture War
The film’s struggles have also been framed within the broader context of Hollywood's ongoing culture wars. The Hollywood Reporter published an article questioning whether Disney and other studios are genuinely trying to escape these political conflicts. Past examples include the removal or alteration of LGBTQ+ elements in shows and movies, such as a trans character in a Disney+ Pixar show being recast or marginalized under the pressure of cultural controversies.