Star Wars is the most analyzed film series in history. Do people really expect that all discussion of major inconsistencies, especially on an internet forum, isn't going to happen? It's an objectively flawed movie, that required multiple last minute re-shoots. The idea that every Star Wars fan is going to just ignore that and state only how great it was is absurd.
Disney is basically attempting to profit off a built in fanbase, while simultaneously spitting in the face of that fanbase. Yes, I agree they need to cater to other audiences and bring in new fans. However, it's not that hard to take care of minor inconsistencies in pre-existing canon. You could literally get a single consultant with knowledge of the series to consult. It would be possible to maintain that chase atmosphere without directly contracting the previous films pretty easily.
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