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Ariela Barer replaces Odessa A'zion as Zoe Gutierrez in Deep Cuts after an authenticity controversy involving more than 100 Latino artists signing an open letter.
- The film Deep Cuts has recast its Zoe Gutierrez role, with Ariela Barer replacing Odessa A'zion to play the half Mexican, half Jewish character.
- Odessa A'zion was originally cast as Zoe and said she hadn't read the book and was unaware of the character's origins; after receiving Instagram messages and amid calls for authenticity, she agreed to 'graciously bow out' and more than 100 Latino artists signed an open letter.
- Barer, who is Mexican American and Jewish, joins previously announced leads Cailee Spaeny and Drew Starkey as Zoe Gutierrez, Percy’s close friend and Joe’s ex.
- Production of Deep Cuts is gearing up to begin imminently, with Sean Durkin serving as writer and director, while Barer's other work will not be affected.
- With Durkin directing and notable producers attached, Deep Cuts, adapted from Holly Brickley's 2025 novel, had Sundance buzz after its January 27 premiere.
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Ariela Barer replaces Odessa A’zion in ‘Deep Cuts’ after casting controversy
After much controversy surrounding the role, Ariela Barer has been cast as Zoe Gutierrez in A24’s upcoming feature film “Deep Cuts.” Barer is replacing rising star Odessa A’zion, who was originally tapped to play the Latina character in the film adaptation of Holly Brickley’s debut novel with the same name in January. The “Marty Supreme” actor’s casting caused a ruckus after it was announced that A’zion — who is Jewish, but not Latina — was set …
'Deep Cuts' recasts Odessa A'zion role after whitewashing controversy
"SO excited to be a part of this special project with such special people," Ariela Barer wrote on Instagram.Odessa A'zion; Ariela Barer Emma McIntyre/WireImage; Jamie McCarthy/GettyKey pointsAriela Barer has been cast in Deep Cuts.She will play Zoe Gutierrez, a character who is Latina and Jewish and was previously set to be played by Marty Supreme star Odessa A'zion.A'zion, who is not Latina, voluntarily left the project after online backlash in…
Odessa A’zion ‘Deep Cuts’ Recasting Revealed After Dropping Out Due to Backlash | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip
Odessa A’zion‘s replacement has been revealed. Ariela Barer will now star in A24‘s Deep Cuts. The 27-year-old The Last of Us star will be taking on the role of Zoe Gutierrez, which was originally booked by the 25-year-old Marty Supreme actress, per Deadline. Keep reading to find out more… After facing some intense backlash, Odessa dropped out of the Sean Durkin-directed movie starring opposite her rumored boyfriend Drew Starkey and Cailee Spaeny…
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