Thats an easy decision for me.
Operating within these giant franchises now, with social media and the level of expectationits terrifying, Kennedy added.
I think Leslye [Headland, The Acolytes showrunner] has struggled a little bit with it.
Image: Lucasfilm
I think a lot of the women who step into Star Wars struggle with this a bit more.
Theres long been a racial element to the backlash Star Wars has found itself targeted by, as well.
Theres no place for racism in this world.
Likewise, The Acolytes showrunner Leslye Headland was ready to say much the same to her series pre-emptive detractors.
As a fan myself, I know how frustrating some Star Wars storytelling in the past has been.
Ive felt it myself, Headland said in her own comment to the Times.
I stand by my empathy for Star Wars fans.
But I want to be clear.
Anyone who engages in bigotry, racism, or hate speech …
I dont consider a fan.
Star Wars: The Acolytebegins streaming June 4 on Disney+.
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