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#disney "The Acolyte" Premieres on #disneyplus | New LGBTQ+ Inclusive #starwars Series
Disney's new Star Wars series "The Acolyte" premiered on Disney+ on June 4, 2024. The show features significant LGBTQ+ representation and is described as the "gayest Star Wars show ever made." Set during the High Republic era, "The Acolyte" explores the end of the Jedi's golden age and the rise of the Sith.
Key Facts:
LGBTQ+ Representation: "The Acolyte" features significant LGBTQ+ representation. According to PinkNews, the show is described as the "gayest Star Wars show ever made," highlighting its commitment to diversity and inclusivity within the Star Wars universe. This includes a diverse cast and characters, including LGBTQ+ individuals​ (PinkNews)​​ (Media Play News)​.
Controversial Comments: Leslye Headland, the showrunner for "The Acolyte," has made comments that have stirred some controversy. She has been quoted saying that the show was created to challenge traditional narratives and perspectives, which some media outlets have interpreted as intending to provoke reactions, including making "white people cry"​ (Media Play News)​.
Plot and Setting: The series is set during the High Republic era, approximately 100 years before "The Phantom Menace." It explores the darker aspects of the Star Wars universe, focusing on the end of the Jedi's golden age and the rise of the Sith​ (TechRadar)​​ (Media Play News)​.
Premiere: "The Acolyte" premiered on Disney+ on June 4, 2024, with the first two episodes now available for streaming​ (Media Play News)​.
References:
PinkNews
TechRadar
Media Play News
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