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Actor Accuses Disney of Choreography Theft in Star Wars

11/23/2025

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Lorenz Hideyoshi, an actor and stunt performer, accused Disney of copying her choreography in Star Wars: Visions episode "The Bandits of Golak."
She posted a side-by-side comparison on Instagram, showing similarities to her 2019 fan film "Dark Jedi."
She questioned Disney's ethics in using her work without compensation.
The episode was produced by Indian studio 88 Pictures.
The dispute raises concerns about fan creators' creative freedom in Star Wars.

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Story summary

Lorenz Hideyoshi, an actor and stunt performer, accused Disney of copying her choreography in Star Wars: Visions episode "The Bandits of Golak."
She posted a side-by-side comparison on Instagram, showing similarities to her 2019 fan film "Dark Jedi."
She questioned Disney's ethics in using her work without compensation.
The episode was produced by Indian studio 88 Pictures.
The dispute raises concerns about fan creators' creative freedom in Star Wars.