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Controversy and Gender Politics in the New Star Wars Series: A Critical Overview
The recent buzz surrounding Lucasfilm’s upcoming projects has been fraught with rumors, speculation, and controversy, particularly concerning the leadership and direction of the franchise. Central to this discourse is the involvement of Leslie Hedlund, the showrunner of a highly anticipated female-centric Star Wars series. This article investigates Hedlund’s background, her comments about her identity and vision, and how these elements are shaping perceptions of the new series within the larger context of Hollywood’s cultural politics.