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flag Ariela Barer replaces Odessa A’Zion in *Deep Cuts* to authentically portray a Jewish woman with Mexican heritage, amid industry push for accurate representation.

flag Ariela Barer has replaced Odessa A’Zion in A24’s film *Deep Cuts*, taking on the role of Zoe Gutierrez, a Jewish woman with Mexican heritage, following backlash over A’Zion’s casting. flag Barer, who is Mexican American and Jewish, was cast to better align with the character’s background. flag The 2000s-set romantic drama, written and directed by Sean Durkin, stars Cailee Spaeny and Drew Starkey and features original music by Blake Mills. flag The change reflects ongoing industry conversations about authentic representation.

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