I fucking love Doctor Who and I fucking love Star Wars.
They’re both stories about love and hate, war and peace, pain and reformation. But most importantly, they are both about love in all its forms. Anakin’s love for Padmé, and his affection for Obi-Wan and Ahsoka, as well as his mother. The Doctor’s love for Rose and River, and his affection for all his companions. Din Djarin’s love for Grogu and the twins love for each other. Just love.
But what really ticks me off is that the fandoms are the dead opposite.
Sometimes they’re lovely, recognising the beauty of the story and what it means. The rest of the time they cyber bully people who disagree with them and make five hour long videos of why the show is shit. Instead of sitting down and enjoying 20-180 minutes of bliss, they find every flaw, blow it them of proportion, and scream for everyone to hear.
And to anyone who’s interested in starting either show, don’t listen to popular opinion. Actually watch it and form your own, and allow others to have their own opinions and feelings. In other words, don’t interact with the fandom at all. They’re both horrific while the show is actually really good.
That’s something I’ve been needing to say for a long time. Thanks for listening.