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The next black mark comes from "The Rise of Skywalker", specifically the forced character reveal of Rey as a Skywalker. Rather than a natural, character-driven development, the critic sees this as an unnecessary and unearned attempt to tie Rey to a legacy she had no prior connection with. The dialogue "Who are you? I’m Ray Skywalker" is labeled as stilted and unconvincing, undermining Rey's individual journey and implying that her strength is solely derived from her lineage—contradicting the franchise’s emphasis on personal heroism.
This moment symbolizes what many perceive as a desperation to please fans by tying up loose ends rather than respecting character development.