Beset by allegations of predatory and abusive behaviour – including rape – the film director retains support in the film industry while he continues to bring in the money
Given the entertainment industry prefers simple messages, forcefully packaged, there’s an inconvenient irony to the latest Michael Jackson documentary landing just as Bryan Singer’s Bohemian Rhapsody continues its grimly disingenuous awards run. Though Singer was removed as director near the end of the Bohemian Rhapsody shoot for set absences – and not for the litany of abuse, assault and rape allegations covering his entire career his entire career – the studio producing his next film, Red Sonja, defiantly insists Singer remains attached to it.
Last week, the Atlantic published a lengthy investigation, relying on more than 50 sources, alleging the X-Men director’s predatory and abusive behaviour – including rape –towards young men and underage boys. Many of the teenagers were vulnerable and without family support. The magazine builds a powerful case that friends, associates and ultimately his industry aided and abetted Singer.
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