Jake Gyllenhaal “Learned a Lot” from Prince of Persia Whitewashing

Looking back on the film, which drew criticism for casting Gyllenhaal instead of an actor of Iranian descent, Gyllenhaal said that now, “I spend a lot of time trying to be very thoughtful about the roles that I pick, and why I’m picking them.”

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OMG, quote of the day: Jake Gyllenhaal reflects on that 'Prince Of Persia' whitewashing backlash

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