Former Scream 7 Director Resigns After Death Threats, FBI Involved

Christopher Landon, the former director of Scream 7, shared the harrowing experience he faced after actress Melissa Barrera was fired from the film due to her pro-Palestine social media posts, which Spyglass Media deemed hate speech. Following Barrera's dismissal, Landon received numerous death threats, resulting in FBI involvement, as fans wrongly blamed him for her exit. He emphasized that he had no control over the decision to fire Barrera, clarifying, 'I did not fire her.' The situation escalated when Jenna Ortega, Barrera's co-star, also opted out of the project, further complicating the film's future. Ultimately, Landon announced his departure from Scream 7, describing it as a transition from a dream job to a nightmare. The backlash he faced highlighted the challenges and dangers filmmakers can encounter amid social media controversies.