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As one observer noted, the fallout from Gina Carano's firing set a precedent that now appears to be enforced unevenly. Those who previously cheered the silencing of dissidents are now protesting the silencing of others, exposing a double standard rooted in political allegiances.
Potential Fallout and Hollywood’s Future
Reports suggest that the controversy surrounding Barrera's firing might have ripple effects. Jenna Ortega, the star of the latest Scream films, is rumored to be requesting to step away from the franchise over the situation. If Ortega leaves, the franchise could suffer a significant blow, signifying how politically motivated cancellations could have real artistic and commercial consequences.