Melissa Barrera opens up about the industry backlash and personal toll after a pro-Palestine social media post, as her career stalls for nearly a year.
beat sheet
Barrera says the backlash to her 2022 Instagram post supporting Palestine was 'the darkest and hardest year' of her life, with offers drying up for almost 12 months.
Despite breakout roles in 'In the Heights' and 'Scream,' Barrera reveals her opportunities went 'quiet' as Hollywood studios distanced themselves - a sobering reminder of the industry's political sensitivities.
Melissa Barrera opens up about the industry backlash and personal toll after a pro-Palestine social media post, as her career stalls for nearly a year.
beat sheet
Barrera says the backlash to her 2022 Instagram post supporting Palestine was 'the darkest and hardest year' of her life, with offers drying up for almost 12 months.
Despite breakout roles in 'In the Heights' and 'Scream,' Barrera reveals her opportunities went 'quiet' as Hollywood studios distanced themselves - a sobering reminder of the industry's political sensitivities.