Super-not okay': Natalie Portman unravels hollywood's ugly underbelly
Academy Award-winning star Natalie Portman opened up about her disturbing encounters with sexual harassment and discrimination during her career rise in Hollywood. She recalled multiple instances, she did exposed a shocking, yet largely ignored, culture of sexism and gender imbalance in the film industry. She also discussed how these experiences led to her personal "reckoning".
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:24 PM ISTAcademy Award-winning star Natalie Portman opened up about her disturbing encounters with sexual harassment and discrimination during her career rise in Hollywood. She recalled multiple instances, she did exposed a shocking, yet largely ignored, culture of sexism and gender imbalance in the film industry. She also discussed how these experiences led to her personal "reckoning".
I Have 100 Stories": Natalie Portman's Hollywood Horror
As reported by Vulture back in 2017, Academy Award-winning actress Natalie Portman courageously recounted the sexual harassment and discrimination she had faced throughout her illustrious Hollywood career. Originally considering herself fortunate to not have been directly assaulted, Portman soon realized her journey was littered with "100 stories" of intolerable yet often overlooked misconduct.
"This is Part of the Process"
Portman detailed her experiences in a candid interview, elucidating how sexism has become an egregious norm in the film industry. "I've had discrimination or harassment on almost everything I've ever worked on in some way," Portman revealed, shocking fans and industry peers alike. The 'Black Swan' actress emphasized that these incidents were initially dismissed as merely "part of the process" by many.
In a deeply unsettling account, Portman recalled an invitation to join a producer on his private plane, only to find herself alone with him and a single bed. Her discomfort was respected when voiced, but the situation was described as "super-not okay."
The Dark Side of Hollywood
The actress was keen to shed light on the physical vulnerability many women face within the industry. Portman explained how film sets frequently lack female representation, except in traditionally feminine departments like makeup, hair, and wardrobe.
Portman's experiences extended beyond these extreme cases, also including instances where her opinions were overlooked or deemed "exhaustive," while similar views from male counterparts were readily accepted.
The Hollywood domino effect
Portman's revelations came amidst a wave of high-profile allegations against prominent men, including CBS co-host Charlie Rose, comedian Louis C.K., and filmmaker Brett Ratner, who all faced accusations of sexual harassment and abuse.
The Aftermath: A Hollywood Reckoning
Following Portman's bold disclosure, the entertainment industry has seen significant efforts to expose and address its toxic culture. Celebrities and everyday employees alike are now more aware and proactive against such demeaning behavior, hopefully leading to a safer and more respectful workspace for all in Hollywood.
Bullet Points: Key Highlights
The actress's revelations came amidst a wave of allegations against high-profile figures such as Charlie Rose and Louis C.K.
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