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However, recent announcements and projects tend to overshadow that positive momentum. Many feel that Disney’s focus on identity politics and political messaging have detracted from quality storytelling, leading to a perception that the franchise’s spirit is being sacrificed.
Conclusion: A Franchise at a Crossroads
The Star Wars community remains divided, with some fans eager for new stories and others feeling disillusioned by what they see as missteps and heavy-handed politics. The May the Fourth announcements exemplify this divide, signaling a franchise that’s more focused on diversifying and political messaging than on storytelling that resonates with its broad audience.