Marcia Lucas, the ex-wife of filmmaker George Lucas and an Academy Award-winning film editor, has publicly criticized the Star Wars sequel trilogy, igniting a social media firestorm by stating she disagrees with the creative direction of the modern franchise.
In a series of recent interviews, Lucas, who edited the original 1977 Star Wars film, shared her harsh assessment of the more recent installments, calling them "Disney entertainment" rather than true Star Wars. She specifically took issue with the character arcs, particularly for Princess Leia, and expressed disappointment in the handling of the original trilogy's legacy. The remarks, which have garnered over 10 million views across platforms like Twitter and TikTok, have divided fans, with some praising her candor as a co-creator and others defending the new films. Industry insiders note that her critiques carry significant weight given her instrumental role in shaping the original trilogy's narrative through her editing.