John Boyega has always been open about the fact that his role in the “Star Wars” sequel trilogy was a complicated experience for him. On one hand, the franchise elevated him to international stardom and paved the way for him to take on more interesting projects. But he has also made it clear that being one of the first major Black actors in such a beloved series came with drawbacks. The actor has often spoken out about what he felt was a lack of support from Disney when he dealt with racist harassment from fans, as well as his general dissatisfaction with his character having a smaller role than the films’ marketing materials often suggested. “It’s so difficult to maneuver,” Boyega said in 2020.