Leslye Headland on gay Star Wars

Leslye Headland, the creator of the Disney+ show 'Star Wars: The Acolyte,' has responded to criticisms labeling the series as 'woke' and featuring 'lesbian space witches,' dismissing these claims as 'reductive.' Despite some LGBTQ themes in the show, Headland insists she did not intend to create overtly political or capital-Q queer content. The series has stirred controversy within the Star Wars community, with some fans criticizing its perceived progressive elements. Headland, while acknowledging the LGBTQ representation in the show, clarifies that the witches of Brendok, a key aspect labeled as 'queer,' are part of a matriarchal society and not necessarily lesbians. She expresses disappointment at the negative reactions and hopes the audience understands the nuances she aimed to portray.