Jacques Audiard Distances from Karla Sofía Gascón Over Offensive Comments

French director Jacques Audiard has distanced himself from actress Karla Sofía Gascón following the backlash over her resurfaced social media posts, which included comments deemed racist and Islamophobic. Audiard expressed disappointment and described Gascón's behavior as 'self-destructive,' stating he has not spoken to her since the controversy erupted. Gascón, who garnered an Oscar nomination for her role in 'Emilia Pérez,' issued apologies and attempted to clarify her statements during a CNN interview, asserting she is not racist and will not withdraw from the Oscars. The fallout has led Netflix to remove her from all promotional efforts for the film, while co-star Zoe Saldaña expressed sadness over the situation. Gascón’s comments have raised questions about her past and the impact on her colleagues involved in the film. The incident highlights the complexities surrounding public figures and accountability in the age of social media.