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The post emphasizes that Favreau “seems to stick it out” and has a respect for the Star Wars mythos, despite personal disagreements or conflicts with Kennedy. His success and influence are making him a natural candidate for leadership within the franchise.
Power Dynamics and Creative Control
A key point of contention involves a new Star Wars film directed by Taika Waititi. The rumors suggest Kennedy may have little to no control over this project, which raises questions given her historically tight grip on Star Wars creative decisions. Ryan notes skepticism about the claim that she has zero influence—since the project is still under Lucasfilm and produced within its ecosystem, complete disassociation seems unlikely.