Due to the sexual harassment controversy co-founder Harvey Weinstein is embroiled in, The Weinstein Company postponed the release of one of its upcoming movies, "The Current War."
Originally slated for a Nov. 24 release, the movie, starring "Sherlock Holmes" series star Benedict Cumberbatch, is now delayed until next year though no specific date has been mentioned. This came to light after the founder of the company was accused of several instances of sexual assault towards various celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow.
"The Current War's" lead star also called out Weinstein for what he had done to numerous women on Oct. 10, Tuesday. "I am utterly disgusted by the continuing revelations of Harvey Weinstein's horrifying and unforgivable actions," Cumberbatch said. He went on to say that he supports the brave women who came out against Weinstein and encourages others to stop tolerating this kind of behavior.
The writer of the film, Michael Mitnick, also recently backed out of a panel interview on Oct. 12, Thursday. Mitnick was invited at the New York Film Festival to shed light on his screenplay. According to sources of Variety, the writer found it inappropriate to advertise the film amid the controversy.
Bob Weinstein, co-founder of The Weinstein Company, on Friday, Oct. 13, dismissed rumors that the company will be up for sale or will shut down by divulging that their shareholders and partners had been supportive amid the fiasco. He continued to say, "Business is continuing as usual as the company moves ahead."
"The Current War," which is directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, first premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and had received unpleasant reviews. Along with Cumberbatch, in this movie are actors Nicholas Hoult, Michael Shannon, and Tom Holland.
