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This casting choice—and the decision to alter her appearance—stokes controversy and online vitriol. It also highlights the ongoing debate about fidelity to source material versus creative reinterpretation. The original Abby was designed as a physically dominant figure, symbolizing strength and brutality. The adaptation’s departure from this visual blueprint has sparked accusations of miscasting and superficial alterations, further fueled by the leaked footage that circulated during the COVID-19 pandemic, exposing fans' frustrations and exposing some of the deep-seated hostility that can accompany fandom.