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  • Jessica Chastain and Chris Pine Starring in ‘This is Pleasure’

    (Left) Oscar® nominee Jessica Chastain arrives on the red carpet of the 94th Oscars® at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, March 27, 2022. Credit/Provider: Mark Von Holden / A.M.P.A.S. Copyright: ©A.M.P.A.S. (Right) Chris Pine, Oscar® presenter, arrives for the live ABC Telecast of The 87th Oscars® at the Dolby® Theatre in Hollywood, CA on Sunday, February 22, 2015. Credit/Provider: Matt Petit / ©A.M.P.A.S.. Copyright: ©A.M.P.A.S.
    (Left) Oscar® nominee Jessica Chastain arrives on the red carpet of the 94th Oscars® at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, March 27, 2022. Credit/Provider: Mark Von Holden / A.M.P.A.S. Copyright: ©A.M.P.A.S. (Right) Chris Pine, Oscar® presenter, arrives for the live ABC Telecast of The 87th Oscars® at the Dolby® Theatre in Hollywood, CA on Sunday, February 22, 2015. Credit/Provider: Matt Petit / ©A.M.P.A.S.. Copyright: ©A.M.P.A.S.

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    • Jessica Chastain and Chris Pine are starring in ‘This is Pleasure.’
    • It’s adapted from Mary Gaitskill’s novella.’
    • Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini are directing.

    ‘American Splendor’ directors Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini have more recently been focusing on calling the shots on prestige TV series such as ‘Succession’ and ‘Only Murders in the Building.’

    But they’ve now set up a new film project called ‘This is Pleasure’ and, per Variety, have Jessica Chastain and Chris Pine lined up to star.

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    The film will tackle thorny topics of misconduct and truth in a #MeToo world.

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    What’s the story of ‘This is Pleasure’?

    Jessica Chastain attends the Governors Ball following the 84th Annual Academy Awards® from Hollywood, CA February 26, 2012. Photo: Heather Ikei / ©A.M.P.A.S. Copyright: ©A.M.P.A.S.
    Jessica Chastain attends the Governors Ball following the 84th Annual Academy Awards® from Hollywood, CA February 26, 2012. Photo: Heather Ikei / ©A.M.P.A.S. Copyright: ©A.M.P.A.S.

    ‘Mistresses’ TV writer Nina Raine adapted the script from Mary Gaitskill’s novella, which was hugely acclaimed when it was released in 2019 and praised for offering a nuanced distillation of the #MeToo movement.

    The story follows Margot (Chastain) as accusations of misconduct unravel the career of her closest friend, the charming publisher Quin (Pine). Margot must decide whether loyalty, forgiveness or truth will define the end of their long, heady friendship.

    When will ‘This is Pleasure’ be on screens?

    Even with the star power attached, this one will be a while as it hasn’t yet locked down a distributor. But with the rights up for sale at the European Film Market, which kicks off this month, we’re sure it’ll be snapped up quickly.

    Chris Pine stars in 'Wish.'
    Chris Pine stars in ‘Wish.’

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  • CBS CEO Les Moonves Accused of Sexual Misconduct in New Yorker Exposé

    CBS CEO Les Moonves Accused of Sexual Misconduct in New Yorker Exposé

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    CBS

    Update: The New Yorker has published the report.

    CBS CEO Les Moonves has been accused of sexual misconduct in an upcoming exposé written by journalist Ronan Farrow in the New Yorker.

    The article, which will be published later today, includes allegations of unwanted kissing and touching that took place more than 20 years ago, during Moonves’ first marriage to Nancy Wiesenfeld, as well as more recent claims.

    Moonves, 68, is currently married to “Big Brother” and “The Talk” host Julie Chen, whom he wed in 2004.

    In a statement, CBS said it will investigate the accusations.  “All allegations of personal misconduct are to be taken seriously. The Independent Directors of CBS have committed to investigating claims that violate the Company’s clear policies in that regard. Upon the conclusion of that investigation, which involves recently reported allegations that go back several decades, the Board will promptly review the findings and take appropriate action.”

    Farrow won a Pulitzer Prize for his exposé on Harvey Weinstein’s alleged history of sexual assault and harassment. The journalist reportedly investigated Moonves and the culture at CBS for months.

    Farrow, the reporter who won a Pulitzer Prize for breaking news of Harvey Weinstein’s alleged pattern of rape and sexual assault, is said to have investigated Moonves and the environment at CBS for months, as rumors swirled through the industry that such an article was in the works.

    This isn’t CBS’ first bruising in the wave of #MeToo. The company fired longtime news anchor Charlie Rose after a Washington Post report brought to light that eight women had accused him of sexual misconduct. In May, the paper reported that CBS managers had been warned about Rose’s behavior on three separate occasions and more than half of the additional 27 women who came forward with allegations were CBS employees.

    Moonves joined CBS in 1995 and took the network from last to first place with steady procedural hits like “CSI” and “NCIS.” He is CBS Corporation’s CEO and Chairman of the Board.

    The New Yorker report comes at a time when Moonves’ professional life is in turmoil. He is currently embroiled in a legal battle with Shari Redstone, the controlling shareholder in both CBS and Viacom. Their feud began when CBS fought against Redstone’s proposed merger of the two companies.

  • Jane Fonda Confirms ‘9 to 5’ Sequel to Star Original Cast, Address #MeToo

    Jane Fonda Confirms ‘9 to 5’ Sequel to Star Original Cast, Address #MeToo

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    Jane Fonda is set for a sequel to “9 to 5,” the hit 1980 comedy — but only if it addresses the #MeToo movement.

    As Fonda explained to reporters while promoting an upcoming HBO documentary about her life, she is actively collaborating with writers Rashida Jones and Pat Rosnick on the potential sequel which would also feature original cast members Dolly Parton and Lily Tomlin.

    “Right now, Dolly, Lily and I are all intending to be in it,” she confirmed.

    When news of the sequel first hit earlier this year, it seemed a given that it would incorporate the #MeToo movement, since the first movie blazed the trail by telling the story of harassment and misogyny in the workplace.

    And if the sequel doesn’t, Fonda added, “I’m not going to be in it.”

    Fonda revealed a bit of the sequel’s potential plot, noting that the workplace is, in many ways, “worse today.”

    “Back in the day the company was called Consolidated, which it still is in the new one. You were hired by the company and complained to the company,” she noted. “Today, a lot of the work force is hired by an outside company. Who do you talk to if you have a problem?”

    She added, “With social media everything is spied upon … So it’s much worse.”

    Still, the #MeToo movement has had an effect on the workplace. “I do think sexual harassment will tend to drop,” Fonda said with a smile. “Guys are scared.”