Jenna Ortega has voiced her support for Melissa Barrera, who was controversially fired from Scream 7 following her comments on social media regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict. Ortega criticized Hollywood's 'politically correct' culture, arguing it stifles open dialogue and honesty among industry professionals. She expressed a desire for more constructive conversations on societal issues, hoping the situation could lead to better discourse. Additionally, Ortega commented on the absence of Percy Hynes White from the second season of Netflix's Wednesday, attributing it to real-world allegations against him but suggesting it allows for new narrative directions. Ortega defended the controversial age gap in her film Miller's Girl, emphasizing that the uncomfortable themes are intentional and part of the storytelling. She believes the film's purpose is to provoke thought rather than provide a comfortable viewing experience.