Once again, a “Star Wars” project may be defined by its woke bona fides, not the power of the story or premise. Ridley’s Rey is already working at a disadvantage. The character never became a beloved part of the “Star Wars” franchise like the key figures from the original trilogy. …

We don’t even know if “New Jedi Order” will even make it into production given Disney’s recent “Star Wars” woes.

One thing remains clear.

New year, same woke messaging from a member of the Mouse House.