Susan Sarandon says she is losing movie roles because of her support for Palestine
Oscar-winning actor says she and other outspoken critics of Israel have found it ‘impossible’ to get hired by major studios
TL;DR
- Susan Sarandon reports ongoing professional repercussions, including losing movie roles, due to her activism in support of Palestinians.
- She observes a public shift in opinion with rising sympathy for Palestinians and softening support for Israel since the 2023 Gaza war.
- Sarandon claims that agencies continue to warn against hiring her, and major studios find it 'impossible' to cast outspoken critics of Israel.
- She was dropped by her talent agency UTA in 2023 following pro-Palestinian remarks.
- Sarandon was speaking at the Venice film festival promoting her latest movie, The Echo Chamber.