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Moreover, she openly expressed her desire to take control of a Star Wars story, suggesting that a "woman finally [taking] the reins" is overdue—a somewhat dismissive attitude considering the franchise's long history of diverse female characters. Fans and critics have argued that Disney’s emphasis on identity politics has overshadowed storytelling quality, contributing to dissatisfaction with recent projects.

The Place of Failed Projects and Distraction Strategies

Rather than addressing these issues directly—such as removing problematic hires or reevaluating upcoming projects—Lucasfilm prefers distraction. Unveiling new projects serves as a diversion from the mounting criticism, which includes the failure of recent seasons of popular shows and poor reception of recent films.