"The basic complaint, whether in 1983, 1997, or today, is that the Ewoks are cutesy, silly, and overall, undercut the weight and importance of what was initially the final chapter in the Star Wars saga. George Lucas was seemingly even a bit embarrassed about the Ewoks, because in 1997, the infamous ending "Yub Nub" jam was replaced by a new orchestral, classier, less Ewok-ish composition from John Williams."
"And yet, the Ewoks abide. Despite not appearing in any other live-action Star Wars movies outside of Return of the Jedi (really!), the memory of the Ewoks is very near and dear to a huge swath of the fandom, which is why the return of the Ewoks in the new Star Wars: Visions episode "The Duel: Payback" will, for many, feel like a long-awaited redemption."
Ewoks were widely dismissed as cutesy and undermining the seriousness of Return of the Jedi, drawing criticism from fans and figures like Denis Villeneuve who called them a "comedy for kids." George Lucas later replaced the original "Yub Nub" ending with a more orchestral score by John Williams, reflecting discomfort with the Ewoks' tone. Despite limited live-action appearances, the Ewoks maintain strong nostalgic appeal among many fans. Their appearance in Star Wars: Visions episode "The Duel: Payback" serves as a potential redemption that satisfies long-time supporters. Visions Season 3 contains a range of tones, with "The Duel: Payback" noted for its gritty, morally complex storytelling.
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