Zahra Bentham

What initially got you interested in the show ‘Spinning Out’?

When I first got the audition I was so excited because I thought I’d be getting back on the ice, but sadly that was not the case. Hahaha! But understanding what the actual story was about made it that much more significant to be a part of it. ‘Spinning Out’ follows the subjects of depression and mental illness but told honestly and compassionately. Specifically, we highlight Bipolar disorder and the struggles of dealing with that and the everyday lives we choose. Mental health has been such an important topic and it is becoming more normal to discuss these issues within our households and amongst our friends. I mean, the fact that Netflix gave us a platform to talk about this is huge. That in itself shows the progression and how far we can take the information we are learning to heal and get the proper tools we need for ourselves. All in all, it has major drama and cattiness that makes any binge-watchable show entertaining. Hopefully, we get a second season and somehow I can be on the ice. I’d be the happiest person.