They’re sticking to the theme of the upcoming film and pinning it to the symbol for the rebel alliance.
— Chris Weitz (@chrisweitz)
Weitz first came up with the idea after praising an article by Brett White at Comic Book Resources that connects the film to the current US political climate.
Weitz’s co-writer Gary Whitta was quick to join in.
@chrisweitz I remember talking a lot about how people are compelled to rise up when they realize they’re facing the unthinkable.
— Gary Whitta (@garywhitta)
While working on the movie, I recall thinking/talking a lot about how good people rise up when they realize they’re… https://t.co/mb7oF6hcCt
— Gary Whitta (@garywhitta)
And together, they made a case for why the heroes of the Star Wars would oppose the election of someone like Trump.
Please note that the Empire is a white supremacist (human) organization
— Chris Weitz (@chrisweitz)
Opposed by a multi-cultural group led by brave women. https://t.co/UUcjwflMWG
— Gary Whitta (@garywhitta)
Many fans appreciated the gesture.
@chrisweitz @Anerythristicc So horrible. But thanks for this! As a gay Star Wars super nerd, this makes me very very happy.
— Yes I Know (@WollyWollenberg)
@chrisweitz @sethomatik Thank you for this. #WeRebel
— Heather H-Rebel (@OneEyedGraeae)
@chrisweitz Love trumps hate.
— Conrad (@Mr_Doublethink)
@chrisweitz Thank you Chris! You’re awesome 😆 Love to you from FL!
— 🌻Leslie Marie🌻 (@vampgirl792011)
@chrisweitz @HamillHimself Seconded.
— Gary Whitta (@garywhitta)