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The most recent project, The Acolyte, is described as a narrative disaster characterized by an excessively convoluted plot. The series is plagued with unnecessary exposition, zigzagging between characters and timelines without clear direction. This narrative chaos makes it impossible for viewers to follow or connect with the story. Instead of focusing on meaningful storytelling, Hedland seems fixated on complexity for its own sake, resulting in a highly confusing viewing experience.