French-Polish director Roman Polanski will no longer face trial over the alleged assault of a 16-year-old in 1973 after reaching a settlement to the "mutual satisfaction" of both parties, his lawyer…
…and directors - because it’s a whole system, not just a function of fame. Probably particularly a lot of casting directors involved because they’re often involved in choosing who gets picked for roles.
Most CSA is done opportunistically, by people in roles that have lots of contact with minors, and by people they know and are familiar with.
The plaintiff must have had pretty damning evidence for Polanski to pay up to make something that happened over half a century ago disappear.
He confessed and was convicted but fled punishment.
A cash settlement 50 years later is the only justice available to the victim.
It’s disgusting how many famous actors continue to defend this man who raped a child.
…and directors - because it’s a whole system, not just a function of fame. Probably particularly a lot of casting directors involved because they’re often involved in choosing who gets picked for roles.
Most CSA is done opportunistically, by people in roles that have lots of contact with minors, and by people they know and are familiar with.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXnNOBj26lk
I hate Hollywood.
glances at Whoopi Goldberg