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Star Wars Mimics MCU, Kills Original Ideas
10 Jun
Summary
- Star Wars TV shows are criticized for too many characters.
- Podracing is experiencing a resurgence in popularity.
- The MCU's interconnected model is blamed for cancellations.
Recent Star Wars television series, including The Book of Boba Fett and Obi-Wan Kenobi, have faced criticism for featuring an excessive number of characters, potentially disrupting established lore. This trend is attributed to a strategic push by Lucasfilm, led by figures like Dave Filoni, to emulate the interconnected narrative structure of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
This drive for a "Mando Cinematic Universe" has reportedly led to the cancellation of several promising projects, such as Patty Jenkins' Rogue Squadron and Taika Waititi's untitled film. Even concepts like podracing, which are experiencing renewed popularity with the upcoming game Star Wars: Galactic Racer, may not receive dedicated shows due to this overarching strategy.
The article posits that this focus on interconnectivity, while a strength of the MCU, is detrimental to Star Wars. It suggests that shows are being altered to serve as setup for larger, interconnected narratives, rather than standing on their own. This approach is argued to be a significant factor in the perceived decline of both Star Wars and the MCU, leading to "superhero fatigue" and a lack of originality.
