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“F*** That. I’m Out.”: Odessa A’zion Has Dropped Out Of Her Latest Movie After Receiving Fierce Backlash For Being Cast As A Mexican Character. Here's Everything There Is To Know.

Odessa A'zion has decided to exit the film adaptation of 'Deep Cuts' after facing significant backlash for being cast as Zoe Gutierrez, a character of Mexican heritage. The controversy arose from concerns over whitewashing and the misalignment of her background with that of the character, prompting A'zion to acknowledge the criticism and step down from the role.

Two images side by side: Person with curly hair at an event; person with long hair in outdoor scene. Insert shows social media post: "Guys!! I am NOT doing this movie."

Two images side by side: Person with curly hair at an event; person with long hair in outdoor scene. Insert shows social media post: "Guys!! I am NOT doing this movie."

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Key Highlights

  • Odessa A'zion, 25, was cast to play Zoe Gutierrez in 'Deep Cuts'.
  • The character Zoe Gutierrez is of Mexican heritage and Jewish.
  • A'zion faced backlash for whitewashing and taking the role from a Latina actor.
  • She announced her exit from the film through Instagram posts, agreeing with the criticism.
  • The backlash occurred shortly after the casting announcement was made.
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Sources

  1. “F*** That. I’m Out.”: Odessa A’zion Has Dropped Out Of Her Latest Movie After Receiving Fierce Backlash For Being Cast As A Mexican Character. Here's Everything There Is To Know.
  2. Odessa A’zion Exits A24’s ‘Deep Cuts’ Movie Adaptation After Casting Backlash: “I Hadn’t Read The Book”

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