The sexual misdemeanor scandals continue to be rampant in Hollywood. Many top celebrities have voiced out their opinions, condemning the accused for the atrocity of their actions as well as the blatant abuse of their power. However, the former star of the popular series "Breaking Bad," Bryan Cranston, thinks that perhaps it is possible for these sexual predators to get a second chance in life.
In an interview with BBC, Cranston suggested that it is possible for the likes of Kevin Spacey, Louis C.K., and Harvey Weinstein to atone for their misdemeanors. In the perspective of the "Breaking Bad" alum, these men have to show true and sincere "contrition" without making excuses or providing reasons as to why they engaged in such activities in the first place. If the accused is genuine, then people should be able to vote to let them win back their dignity.
Cranston believes that sexual assault is not only a problem that is exclusive to Hollywood, but it is in fact a "societal problem." Hollywood is not the only focal point in which sexual harassment occurs, but it exists on an international scale. On a more optimistic note, Cranston even stated that it could be possible for these men to revitalize their careers given enough time.
According to Fox News, Cranston does not believe in America's current process of rehabilitation. The current system allows an open-ended type of enlightenment that is solely in the hands of the predators, which in itself, could potentially turn into another form of danger towards self and others.
Cranston was also quick to point out that the main reason why these stories are currently garnering a lot of attention is because the people involved are famous. According to Independent, the popularity of the people who are surrounded by these issues have caused these situations to be blown out of proportion.
Cranston even went on to state that even calling somebody "sweetie" could be considered aggressive given how sensitive the entertainment business is right now.
