Summary
Odessa A’zion, an American actress, stepped down from a film role due to criticism about her playing a character of Mexican heritage. The character, Zoe Gutierrez, is part of a love story adapted from the novel "Deep Cuts." A’zion decided to exit the film after realizing she hadn't fully considered the character's cultural background before accepting the role.
Key Facts
- Odessa A’zion was cast in the film "Deep Cuts," based on Holly Brickley’s novel.
- Her character, Zoe Gutierrez, has Mexican and Jewish heritage.
- A’zion is American with German and Jewish heritage.
- She initially auditioned for a different role but was offered Zoe's part instead.
- A’zion exited the film 48 hours after facing online criticism.
- She admitted to not reading the novel before accepting the role.
- A’zion apologized to fans and acknowledged the importance of authentic representation.
- The novel's story involves characters Percy and Joe meeting at a campus bar.
