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Melissa Barrera, after being fired from the “Scream” franchise due to her pro-Palestinian stance, has returned to the forefront with a starring role in “Abigail.” Despite being accused of antisemitism, Barrera remains resolute in her beliefs and has faced the challenges of being a Latina in Hollywood. She takes on the unexpected role of Joey, a strong, silent type who defies the typical “spicy” or “fiery” Latina stereotype. Barrera uses her platform to speak out on human rights and believes that art should reflect the world and inspire change.

Musicals have experienced a decline in popularity in recent years, but they still occasionally perform well at the box office. Despite this, Hollywood studios have been opting to conceal the musical elements of their films in trailers, leaving audiences unaware of their true nature. Actors like Melissa Barrera have expressed concern about this trend, suggesting that the industry may be distancing itself from musicals due to perceived quality issues or audience bias.