“The Last of Us” actor Ariela Barer will star in A24’s “Deep Cuts,” replacing Odessa A’zion after she dropped out of the film due to controversy over her casting. “Deep Cuts” is adapted from the 2025 novel by Holly Brickley. A’zion was originally cast in the role of Zoe Gutierrez, who is described in the […]
Ariela Barer to Replace Odessa A’Zion in A24’s ‘Deep Cuts’ After Whitewashing Controversy
Feb 10, 2026 | 11:08 AM