David Oyelowo Recalls ‘Rocketeer’ Project Halting After “Performative” DEI Sparked By BLM Movement

David Oyelowo and his company Yoruba Saxon are pushing forward with ambitious projects like *Onyeka* and a *Rocketeer* sequel despite performative criticism tied to Black Lives Matter. They acknowledge the challenges for DEI in light of George Floyd's death but intend to continue inclusive efforts. Their upcoming collaborations with Disney+ on *The Return of the Rocketeer* and Netflix on *Onyeka* aim to explore themes of identity and empowerment through meaningful storytelling.