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The Acolyte Trailer Fiasco: A Deep Dive into Disney’s Star Wars Misstep
A Anticipated but Disastrous Reveal
For over two years, fans and critics alike predicted that Star Wars: The Acolyte would be another woke and cringe-worthy addition to the Disney-Lucasfilm saga. The buzz around the project was tinged with skepticism, and when the first promotional trailer finally dropped, it became clear that those fears were well-founded. Instead of sparking excitement, the trailer ignited a wave of embarrassment and backlash that overshadowed any promotional efforts put forth by Disney.