Could Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Really Have Been Made for the Right-Wing?

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker might have ended up becoming one of the most divisive films in the Star Wars franchise, however, it seems like the film's managed to please one group – right-wing Star Wars fans.

The Washington Post just recently wrote a think piece about The Rise of Skywalker's reception, and while it's clear that the film has been trailing behind its predecessors in a commercial and critical standpoint, the publication can't help but note how right-wing trolling has lessened in comparison to the backlash against Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Despite claims made by the film's writers and director, The Rise of Skywalker is often seen as a response to The Last Jedi, an apology to those who hated the Star Wars movie directed by Rian Johnson.

According to the Washington Post, Episode IX gives off the perception that the film was made for "conservative, white, and male audiences." Not only does The Rise of Skywalker undo most of what was set by The Last Jedi (Rey's true origin, Luke Skywalker's struggle, Kylo Ren as the ultimate villain of the franchise), but it also echoes conservative ideals. Rose Tico (Kelly Marie Tran) is given barely enough screen time in the film, and the scene where two women kissing in the background of a scene becomes a moment that could be easily censored for markets overseas.

Could The Rise of Skywalker really have been made for the right-wing? Will Disney receive left-wing backlash now that Episode IX is out? It seems unlikely, though it's clear that The Rise of Skywalker isn't doing as well as it should be.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is currently screening in cinemas.

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