There are several different terms for the Star Wars fandom, including “base-level nomenclature”, “discrimination,” and even “community.” The following article discusses these issues in depth, and gives examples of each. You can also read reactions to The Last Jedi. Hopefully, this information will help you make an informed decision. Here are some tips for fandom etiquette.

Base-level nomenclature

If you’re a die-hard Star Wars fan, you probably don’t need to use elaborate names to identify yourself. After all, you invented modern geek fandom and got there first. So you deserve to take the reigns and claim your own base-level nomenclature. Start with the Force flowing through you and it will become second nature. Here are some tips to make your name memorable:

In the past, Star Wars fandom has been passionate and rarely uses expletives. While criticism and fan backlash were common prior to the George Lucas film’s release, consumers were not as comfortable bullying each other. That’s no longer the case, thanks to the ease of access to the internet. But it’s still important to remember that the fandom has changed since the original trilogy.

Diversity

While the original trilogy was largely made by white males, recent films have introduced a wider range of characters and a greater gender and racial mix. However, a segment of the fandom has urged a return to the franchise’s white male heritage, citing the need to stop a resurgence of racism. The franchise has also left a cultural footprint in the United States military-industrial complex, where it has become more difficult to find female and black characters.

While most Star Wars fans are a welcoming bunch, a minority of fans can cause problems. Ridley, for example, chided trolls who use the term “Mary Sue” to attack female Star Wars fans. However, Ridley and others pointed out that there are more problematic and hateful aspects of the Star Wars fandom than you might think. For instance, many trolls in the Star Wars fandom are only out to get attention and are not interested in inclusion.

Discrimination

This week, the Star Wars fandom reached a low point. It had reached a previous low, before the social media era, and the fandom showed the benefits of self-deprecation. Discrimination erupted after the release of “The Last Jedi,” a new film that broke with fandom norms and triggered a barrage of political vitriol. This was not the first time that a female-led movie has sparked controversy in “Star Wars.” Donald Trump criticized a movie featuring a female-led cast of Ghostbusters before he was elected president, and he hasn’t been the only one to make a sexist joke about Star Wars.

While Star Wars is known for its diversity, some fans have cultivated well-founded criticisms of new films. Nevertheless, many rabble-rousers have gone to extremes, pointing out the whiteness of most of the cast. They also spread anti-Semitic memes and inflammatory videos aimed at the franchise. Furthermore, the Last Jedi MRA cut, a 46-minute defeminized film, has been widely circulated and has been deemed anti-gay by fans.

Reactions to The Last Jedi

After preview screenings and an unfavorable critical reception, The Last Jedi was released to a mixed response from fans and critics. While the film surpassed expectations, it also suffered from a divisive tone. Many critics cited several reasons why viewers hated the film, including the jokey tone, the breaking of Star Wars physics, the obnoxious portrayal of progressive values, and the dismissal of mysteries raised in the previous film, The Force Awakens.

In addition to fan reaction, many fans took issue with the film’s depiction of women. Many fans felt that the portrayal of women in the movie was too sexist, akin to the anti-progressive backlash following Gamergate. But fans were not only angry about the film’s portrayal of female characters; they also complained about the “white man” undertones of the film.

Influence of millennials on Star Wars fandom

The “Star Wars” franchise has been criticized for its anti-organized religion message, with “The Last Jedi” character Luke Skywalker stating that using the Force isn’t a matter of learning from an established master or joining a Jedi order. Chaim Saiman, writing in The Atlantic, argues that this message is representative of the beliefs of millennials. In the movie, Lucas wanted to introduce spiritual teachings to a pluralistic millennium, and this appealed to young fans.

While the film’s premise may be a metaphor for Nazi Germany and violent organized racism, presenting an Asian character as a symbol of the regime is offensive and deplorable. And the film is blatantly insensitive to the tragic events that occurred in 1989 in Tiananmen Square. Additionally, there’s a history of Star Wars’ treatment of Asian actors and culture.