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Nostalgia in Disney Star Wars: Tribute or Crutch?

Published: June 13, 2025

Duration: 2:39

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Nostalgia is one of the strongest forces in the galaxy. Since acquiring Star Wars, Disney has leaned heavily on legacy characters, iconic moments, and familiar themes to recapture the magic of the original trilogy. But has this love for the past helped or hurt the franchise? In this video, we examine how Disney uses nostalgia in shows and films like The Force Awakens, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Mandalorian, and The Rise of Skywalker. Is it respectful homage—or a creative limitation? Let’s break it down. Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/edgingwithfriends/ TikTok Link: https://tiktok.com/@edgingwithfriends Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/people/EdgingwithFriends/61574200256626/ Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t42TuOg8J9oqXnOg4fq8c

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