This Is NOT the Way: The Problem With Star Wars Are the "Fans" of Star Wars

There is a disturbance in the Force. Unseen, Sith-like powers operate in the shadows, fomenting hatred, misogyny, and racism targeting anything produced by the Star Wars franchise.

As Disney+'s latest Star Wars content to hit the small screen -- The Acolyte -- winds down its first season, despite its glowing reviews from critics, the series has earned the unfortunate distinction of receiving the lowest viewer score in its 50-year franchise history. (And that's saying something considering how risible the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special is).

The evidence is clear -- thousands of users have review-bombed it to send a clear and divisive message to Disney and the Star Wars franchise that goes above and beyond the efforts of "Gatekeeping" fans.

Join Joe as he explains how far back this has been going on for the Star Wars franchise, who some of the main culprits are behind it, what some cast members have experienced, and why it's getting worse.

Are "fans" turning to the Dark Side? Are "fans" letting their hatred flow through them? Tune in to hear Joe offer his analysis. 

Link to the article used in this podcast:

https://rewritingripley.medium.com/in-plain-sight-how-white-supremacy-misogyny-and-hate-targeted-the-star-wars-sequel-trilogy-and-2fd0be4b242

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