Odessa A’zion Pulls Out of Sean Durkin’s ‘Deep Cuts’ Following Whitewashing Controversy: ‘I’m Out’

Odessa A’zion has pulled out of Sean Durkin’s upcoming film Deep Cuts after facing backlash over whitewashing concerns. Via InstagramVia InstagramVia InstagramVia InstagramThe controversy began after TheWrap reported that A’zion would play Zoe Gutierrez in the adaptation of Holly Brickley’s novel. Deep Cuts is set in the 2000s and follows two music-obsessed students navigating ambition and adulthood. With the role now open, casting for Zoe will likely become a major focus in the coming weeks. Do you think Odessa A’zion made the right choice by stepping down, or should the responsibility for accurate casting rest solely with the directors and studio?