The scandal of American producer Harvey Weinstein has sparked an uproar on multiple fronts between ordinary people and celebrities alike. However, given the despicable nature that Weinstein is currently faced with, the men in the entertainment industry have also voiced out their opinions against these unspeakable actions. Acclaimed science-fiction director, J.J. Abrams, is one of the latest to speak out against Weinstein.
In an exclusive interview with The Hollywood Reporter, J.J. Abrams was more than happy to have a conversation with them regarding what is going on in show business these days – stating that the topic must be talked about. The 51-year-old director stated that there are others who are tired of hearing the story about Weinstein, but it still needs to be discussed since Weinstein showed exactly what it means to "abuse power."
Abrams' statements were made during the 15th annual Gala in the Garden, at the Hammer Museum on Oct. 14, Sunday. Abrams even went so far as to call Weinstein a "monster," and mentioned that a lot of people who attended the event are not in favor of the crimes for which Weinstein is now being accused of. Perhaps, Abrams is trying to challenge other powerful men in Hollywood to aid in the prevention of such actions.
In a report by Comic Book, many of the attendees of the Gala decided to keep mum about the case of Weinstein. However, it would be difficult for Weinstein to get out of this situation since the number of actresses that have come forward to speak up against him are already more than a dozen. These allegations span years, and it could be surmised that Abrams is looking to change the way Hollywood treats its actresses with a little help from others.
Abrams has achieved a lot of success, with him being at the helm of the new "Star Wars" franchise, as well as being the director of two "Star Trek" movies starring Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto. It is in the best interest of everyone that more respectable people like Abrams influence the movement against sexual assault in Hollywood.
