Melissa Barrera Reportedly Refused A Meeting With Spyglass Media Group Amid Backlash Over Firing

Amidst the fallout over Spyglass Media Group’s decision to remove Melissa Barrera from the cast of Scream 7, reports from Critical Overlord suggest that Spyglass attempted to initiate a meeting with Barrera to address the backlash. However, Barrera allegedly refused to comply with their wishes.

The controversy unfolded when Spyglass dropped Barrera from the slasher film franchise, citing concerns over her social media posts expressing support for Palestine. While Barrera maintained her stance, Spyglass contended that her posts could be interpreted as antisemitic, leading to her termination.

Spyglass, in a statement to Variety, emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for antisemitism or hate speech. Barrera’s posts, particularly one comparing Gaza to a concentration camp, sparked the decision.

Fans and media outlets have been scrutinizing Barrera’s social media statements, highlighting her views on the situation. In response to the controversy, Barrera shared a post expressing a preference to be excluded for inclusive beliefs rather than included for exclusionary ones. The clash raises questions about the intersection of personal opinions and professional commitments in the entertainment industry.