The answer to this question is complicated and depends on who you ask. For some fans, the sequel trilogy is no longer canon because it doesn't align with their personal vision of Star Wars. For others, the sequels are still canon because they're the official story approved by Lucasfilm.
Here's a breakdown of the different points of view:
- The sequels are no longer canon because they don't align with the original vision for Star Wars.
Some fans believe that the sequel trilogy is non-canon because it strays too far from George Lucas' original vision for the franchise. In their view, Lucasfilm has made too many changes that contradict what Lucas himself established in the first six movies.
For example, they take issue with the fact that Luke Skywalker is no longer the central character in the story, that the Force can now be used for evil, and that the movies have introduced too many new and unnecessary characters.
- The sequels are still canon because they're the official story approved by Lucasfilm.
Others believe that the sequels are still canon because they're the official story approved by Lucasfilm. In their view, Lucasfilm would never have approved a story that deviated so significantly from Lucas' vision, so the changes must have been made with his approval.
They also point out that Lucas sold his company to Disney with the intention of the sequels being made, so it's unlikely that he would have changed his mind about them after the fact.
- It's up to the individual to decide whether the sequels are canon.
Finally, there are those who believe that it's up to the individual to decide whether the sequels are canon. In their view, there is no right or wrong answer, and it's ultimately up to each person to decide what they believe.
Where do you stand on this issue?
