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The same pattern extended to other content such as A Spark Story, which also failed to attract an audience yet was preserved because it highlights narratives from marginalized groups. These retention choices have led to widespread criticism, with many arguing Disney is prioritizing ideological messaging over entertainment quality and economic sustainability.
The overarching narrative is that Disney is aware of its financial struggles but chooses to maintain certain controversial or “woke” content due to internal pressures or stakeholder influence. This selective preservation appears to be motivated more by appeasing vocal activist groups than by strategic business analysis.