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J.J. Abrams: ‘The Rise Of Skywalker’ Will Have LGBTQ Representation

Paul Bois
J.J. Abrams: ‘The Rise Of Skywalker’ Will Have LGBTQ Representation
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Director J.J. Abrams has allegedly delivered on his promise to feature more LGBTQ representation in the Star Wars universe via the upcoming film “Rise of Skywalker.” Though the characters Finn and Poe will not be lovers, Abrams said the representation will still be apparent.

Speaking with Variety, Abrams said he specifically wanted the LGBTQ community to feel represented without revealing any details as to how he had pulled it off.

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