Polanski, you sense, has never even tried to understand this.) After Tate was murdered in 1969, when Polanski was 36, he spent time in Gstaad, where he slept with schoolgirls aged 16 to 19, who were, he writes, more beautiful, in a natural, coltish way, than they ever would be again. The active paedophile is stealing childhoods. i was somewhat sexually active at that time but still a virgin. His comments on the subject indicate no remorse and in fact seem to indicate a perverse (of course) pride in his engaging in satisfying his twisted appetites. Thanks to #MeToo and the Time's Up campaign, we are now living in a dramatically different climate when it comes to discussing sexual harassment and assault. Only one person who signed the petition agrees to speak on the record: the actor Asia Argento, who has since accused Weinstein of abusing her. To not face your own actions but run away when you dont like the consequences. Jol Farges Jeanne Moreau Laws - rape (statutory or otherwise) and escape from justice - have been broken. I understand that Hitler was a good painterMaybe we shouldnt have closed in on and bombed his bunker because good painters are a treasure.. Should this even be up for discussion? Roman Polanski is a French citizen, a renown and international artist now facing extradition. It is sad that these people think Polanski is above the law!! Here are some tips and tricks to help you find the answer to 'Wordle' #621. The arrest of Roman Polanski in a neutral country, where he assumed he could travel without hindrance, undermines this tradition: it opens the way for actions of which no one can know the effects. Alexandre Tylski Alfonso Cuaron AFP is reporting that a grand assembly of filmmakers, actors and producers from around the world have signed a petition urging the release of director Roman Polanski, who was arrested. Making good films does not exempt you from the law. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Any notion that because a person puts up a huge bail, s/he definitely will not flee is an utter fallacy, whether or not in view of past conduct. Any improper actions of the court in this case were long ago exposed and could be addressed at trial. Part of me feels extreme disgust right now because I think that the pass many are giving to Polanski is a reflection of a misogynistic culture that deep down believes a woman (or in this case, a girl) always wants it. Alexander Astruc Whether its 5 years or 20 years is irrelevant. The man has no remorse for what he did as evidenced by interviews he has given. The thing I feel like I gained from it is empathy towards people who have made mistakes. We reached out to some of the most high-profile signatories to a 2009 petition in support of Roman Polanski, to ask them whether they regretted their endorsement of the convicted abuser. A woman known only as Robin M reads her statement claiming Polanski sexually victimized her. Laissez cet homme exceptionel tranquil; a sera plus raisonable, moins obstin et plus gnreux. I propose a boycott of all films and books and plays and machinery created by all those people listed here. At Jack Nicholsons house, she tells him shes thirsty, so he gives her alcohol. The probation report described Gailey as physically mature and willing). But mainly I heard people insist their friend is not a rapist. Laurent Heynemann You should watch Roman Polanski Wanted or Desired. This girl was very sexually mature for her age, even the judge said the prosecutrix was a well-developed young girl, who looked older than her years, and regrettably not unschooled in sexual matters. This was clearly a case of consensual sexual relations. Alongside Asia Argento and Emma Thompson, Natalie Portman remains one of the few celebrities to apologize for signing the petition. Just ask her. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images. Shame on all of you. For those of you who support Mr. Polanski, have you never considered that he has likely perpretrated the same things against some other young victim as he did Ms. Gailey? Nelly Kaplan - lARRF - Association des Ralisateurs et ralisatrices de Films - Belgique (Belgian Association of Filmmakers) And I was like, sure. Stephen Frears Polanski denies the claims. Polanski recounts what he describes as making love so sexily you can practically hear his heavy breathing. It seems inadmissible to them that an international cultural event, paying homage to one of the greatest contemporary filmmakers, is used by the police to apprehend him. I too have loved many of his films, and consider him a great artist - but that doesnt excuse his crime. John Landis This man should never have been allowed to go free without punishmentand 45 days of evaluation does not constitute punishment! Who gives a shit? - le SPI Wow! AFP is reporting that a grand assembly of filmmakers, actors and producers from around the world have signed a petition urging the release of director Roman Polanski, who was arrested Sunday in Switzerland on a warrant for a 1977 underage sex case in the United States. Barbet Schroeder - Le Syndicat National des Techniciens de la Production Cinmatographique et de Tlvision (National Union of Film and Television Technicians) The judge in Polanskis case acted like a common crook. i feel ashamed sometimes,like a complete whore.but it was of my consent.so i sucked it up,and i never told anyone.if someone were to find out,there is no doubt id say its rape. It is the most vicious, sickening and coward action, to attack a young child. 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And I propose a boycott of all those individuals (and their businesses) who supported the illegal and murderous war in Iraq.. Lets show we really care about children! Luc Barnier What preyytell has he done for you that you would abandon your senses in this way. The criminal case should be settled without any jail time. Its war neutrality does not preclude it from signing a necessary extradition treaty with another country. Will you too?' Where does the quest for boycott end? So many people seem to be against Mr. Polanski. Polanskis autobiography was written seven years after his arrest, and his account of the crime does not smack of a man overly burdened with feelings of guilt. If he's lucky.". Jetter Roman Polanski aux lions malgr les arguments legaux, cela prendra des proportions de plus en plus exagers. It is amazing at all of the people that dont care that a 13 year old girl was raped. Bertrand Tavernier Ccile Telerman The bottom line is that in this country we face justice. Mike Nichols, David Lynch, Ethan Coen, Bernardo Bertolucci, Martin Scorsese, Jeremy Irons, Tilda Swinton, Terry Gilliam, Emir Kusturica, Wim Wenders and many, many others, I love you even more! - lARP What purpose does it serve to lock up Mr. Polanski when the prison space could be used to protect the public from violent offenders? He was a filmmaker whose work I admired greatly. Someone I respected gave it to me, and said, 'I signed this. I certainly wouldnt allow any of you to get near my daughter. Perhaps we can send the children of the signatories of this petition over to Roman so he can drug and sodomize them, as Im sure this whole unfortunate arrest business has him very stressed, and clearly in the opinion of the aforementioned signatories, such a genius deserves to do whatever he wants whenever he wants. Polanski petition signatories, as of September 29th: Fatih Akin . Sandra Nicolier Finally, to those of you suggesting that Polanski got unfair treatment: I suggest you follow up on watching documentaries with some actual research on the justice system in Los Angeles County. We'll give you the hints and tips you need (and also the answers). Luc et Jean-Pierre Dardenne Unfortunately, your misogynist ramblings likely lead most women (people) to avoid you, so you wouldnt know. She is not an adult. Gilles Jacob Artists are not above the law in any country. means nothing. The mob wants revenge. have worked with him, movie insiders say. Get The Latest IndieWire Alerts And Newsletters Delivered Directly To Your Inbox. Souleymane Cisse Natalie Portman. Michael Mann Producer | The Insider I didnt know. Moreover, more allegations have been made against him: in 2010, British actor Charlotte Lewis said Polanski abused her in 1983 when she was 16. I understand that there seems to have been a biased judge in the original case. He drugged a child. Sign up for our Email Newsletters here. We are all part of the #MeToo movement, both men and women, Cruz said, because we all feel that rage and sense of injustice. Jacques Fansten But you can have your eyes opened and completely change the way you want to live. He then had sex with her, drove her home and, the next day, was arrested. He never was. Patrice Leconte Radovan Tadic Michel Ocelot It was signed by some of the biggest names in filmindividuals who were willing to discount the fact that Polanski was charged in court with drugging a 13-year-old with alcohol and half a Quaalude before forcibly performing oral, vaginal, and anal sex acts upon her, despite her pleas for him to stop. Is this a world gone mad!!! Gay movies. i just cant comprehend how you can just so willingly run to the aid of a man who raped a child. He fled the country to France before he could be properly sentenced. This article was amended on 2 February 2018 to clarify that the estimate of a three-year US prison sentence was made in 2009. Polanski drugged a 13 year old girl and forced his penis in her anus - is that too ugly? Its called statutory RAPE for a reason. "The thing I feel like I gained from it is empathy towards people who have made mistakes. Move over, "Armageddon." This is a real asteroid-kicking movie. Broadly reached out to Almodovar to ask if he regrets supporting Polanski, but he declined to reply by the time of publication. On Tuesday, Natalie Portman apologized for signing the 2009 petition in support of Polanski. ArtMoscow: Breathtaking, your self-delusion. Mashable is a registered trademark of Ziff Davis and may not be used by third parties without express written permission. That he happened to be a director you like does not change it. He should not have to go on trial again for a 30 year old statutory rape, but should have to answer to the flight. this is the veiw of a 14 year old. children. When he started kissing her she told him: No keep away. When he performed oral sex on her she was ready to cry and asked him to stop. A 13-year-old cannot give consent to have sex with an adult male. and what does this have to do with children in other countries being raped and starved to death, jarre? This Article is related to: News and tagged. Christophe Barratier Stuck on 'Quordle' #402? Very clearly, and hes proven this, Roman Polanski is not a predator, Johnny Depp said, apparently unaware of the child-rape issue. and seeing people in the comments try to defend him as well by saying the girl was mature for her age? Henning Carlsen I could enjoy Sean Connerys work, even though he apparently doesnt have a problem with slapping a woman. ", A designer's vision of the future involves robots that care for us in our final moments. Actually Polanski never admitted to raping anyone. Martin Scorcese I admire Mr. Polanskis work. Those people dont want justice or protection of children. The filmmaker had been detained over a 1977 underage sex case from the U.S., which he plead guilty to. Roman was charged with sex with minor, not real rape. : Unsigned. FREE ROMAN POLANSKI! Thierry Fremaux The fact that Switzerland is a neutral country does not make it a lawless country. Wow, this is maybe the finest list of people that Ive ever seen. a host of actors have signed petitions on his behalf . In the aftermath of Polanski's arrest last weekend, a number of performers -- including Penelope Cruz, Tilda Swinton and Monica Bellucci -- appear as supporters on a petition which states,. We have a duty to protect the innocence of children. It will be much wiser, less obstinate and more generous to leave this exceptional man alone. Personally, I can live with a Hugh Grant who got a blow-job from a prostitute. Emma Thompson has long been an ardent supporter of women's rights, and the British Oscar-winner recently signed a letter in support of the Times Up campaign ahead of this year's BAFTAS. He declared himself above the law and thumbed his nose at the victim and her family.You can, in your right mind support him? Its despicable that some Hollywood stars would rather support a pedophile then uphold a serious charge such as rape of an underage girl. He never admited to raping anyone. Those that signed the petition, I would On these facts, everyone agrees. HES SUFFERED ENOUGH. W. and others have committed terrible crimes and gone unpunished. It speaks terribly of the industry, she replies. Woody Allen, David Lynch and Martin Scorsese today added their names to a petition demanding the immediate release of Roman Polanski from detention in Zurich. If you are rich, white, and especially if you are famous, the system in extremely biased in your favor. Filmmakers, actors, producers and technicians everyone involved in international filmmaking want him to know that he has their support and friendship. Details of the assault. He never admited to raping anyone.. This does not make what Polanski did any better! It is immaterial as to the occupation of the I foolishly went along. It was stupid To take a childhood from a person is the worst thing there is. We should not however allow him to ever enter this country again. The year after he fled the US he gave an interview to Martin Amis, in which he declared: Judges want to fuck young girls. I know I was thinking about sex pretty much 90% of the time. - le Festival des Rencontres internationales du cinma de patrimoine de Vincennes Polanski is a child molester. Patrick Bouchitey Every story has more than one side. - la SACD She has forgiven him. But, in truth, for many British and US actors, working with Polanski never lost its cachet, and arguably had even more once he became excluded from the US mainstream. Pedro Almodovar Artists are not above the law in any country.. The girl said no many times. Andre Buytaers After Thompson initially signed the petition, Caitlin Hayward-Tappa student at Exeter Universitychallenged the actress about her support for Polanski. Reactions to Weinstein come soundtracked with the distinct sound of bandwagon-jumping; thanks to the #MeToo campaign, the public mood is firmly on the side of listening to victims, and Hollywood has keenly followed suit. He only confessed to a lesser charge through a plea agreement. We have learned the astonishing news of Roman Polanski's arrest by the Swiss police on September 26th, upon arrival in Zurich (Switzerland) while on his way to a film festival where he was due to receive an award for his career in filmmaking. Thanks for signing up. A shameful chapter indeed - let us hope it will soon be brought to a close. That does not make what Polanski did any better. Franois Margolin Will you too?' Martin Scorsese and Woody Allen want Roman Polanski released from a Swiss Jail. Just because he made a few hollywood films, should he somehow be judged more severely or liberally than the others? We'll give you the hints and tips you need (and also the answers). SHAME on you Wes Anderson! Sexual abuse is a crime, it lies with all of us to listen to the smallest of voices. Yes, if only there had been some way Winslet could have known about these decades-old cases before signing on to work with two directors accused of sex crimes! And I still have a good lot of movies to see. The petition, made public in September 2009, demanded "the immediate release of Roman Polanski" after the Rosemary's Baby filmmaker was detained days earlier in Switzerland on a warrant for. I disagree. Samantha has said that the trauma she has experienced in the past few decades has had a greater impact on her than the original crime, one said to me, which is doubtless true. so dont free him :), First off Mr. Polanski did not rape anyone. Is Father Polanski any different? Is anyone surprised that Woody Allen, seen here with his wife and stepdaughter, supports Roman Polansky You'll find hundreds of names on Hollywood's pro-Polanski petition. Jean-Jacques Annaud Diane Kurys In 2018, Portman apologised and expressed regret for signing the petition. I dont know if you are really helping his case, Woody. . Petition for Roman Polanski. By trying to send Roman Polanski to the lions despite all the legal arguments, is something that unfortunately gets and will get more and more out of proportion. Do a search online and youll find the filmmakers site for the film. I then contact the film-makers who signed the 2009 petition demanding Polanskis release, including David Lynch, Wes Anderson and Martin Scorsese. Harvey. Serge Toubiana so roman polanski is sayong it was consensual,and i have no reason to disbeleive him.no one was there,to know the exact facts. like to see where they end up. High recidivism cant be an excuse to keep these people locked up, all victims will come forward if it happens again, and we dont need to pay any heed Kinskis real birth certificate. Madness. i honestly dont know what to say, except for i almost feel let down. Polanski raped a thirteen year old girl and fled justice. Lets go folks!! Wes Anderson whether she had any qualms about working with Woody Allen, general American public remained firmly set against Polanski, her attorney arranged the plea bargain, in which five of the charges were dropped and Polanski, I wrote about the documentary for this paper, Debra Winger claimed the whole art world suffers, British actor Charlotte Lewis said Polanski abused her, Renate Langer said the director raped her, Marianne Barnard, accused him of assaulting her. im not sure if i should say i expected better from a lot of these people. His arrest follows an American arrest warrant dating from 1978 against the filmmaker, in a case of morals. We werent saying much now, Polanski writes. The man is an animal and a coward. Accept Read More. Paolo Sorrentino I have copied this list so that I can keep it for all time (yes, I hold a grudge a long, long, time). Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Film-makers in France, in Europe, in the United States and around the world are dismayed by this decision It seems inadmissible to them that an international cultural event, paying homage to one of the greatest contemporary film-makers, is used by police to apprehend him., Related People believe that gender equality is improving, but the rest of the data tells a different story. If you continue browsing, that means you've accepted our Terms of Use/use of cookies. That type of self-righteousness is sickening and even more dangerous than what Polanski did because it affects society as a whole, whether the issue is rape or anything else. But she is too busy preparing for Sundance to engage. He was the younger brother of actress and activist Jane Fonda and the father of actress Bridget Fonda. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. If only anyone had known about Weinstein they would never never! Philippe Radault Would the signatories of this list have us serve up children for them to rape and defile at their pleasure because, well, W. is a really bad man? Darren Aronofsky only to seduce a 15-year old nastassia kinski two years later- when he was 46. had he handled this differently, the victim would have been able to put this trauma behind her when she was still a teenager. Harvey Weinstein wrote an open letter in his support, in which he claimed: Whatever you think of his so-called crime, Polanski has served his time. Supporting Polanski became like owning a Prius: something any fashionable, well-heeled liberal should do. Andr Larqui Well, so do I. when i was 13 started having desires for older men,anywhere up to their 40s.it became my prefrence since then.i never actually had sex with someone above that age,it was just sort of a forbidden fantasy to me.im was 13,not 5,so i knew better then to act on it,as much as some adults say teenagers dont know better yeah,they do. If only the same were true of politicians, the military, the justice establishment, and the multibillionaire elite. Fanny Ardant In 1986, he met the woman who would be his next wife, the actress Emanuelle Seigner. Olivier Assayas Can any of you remember what you were like at 13? But Thompson had to be talked out of signing the Polanski petition in 2009 by a 19-year-old. She forgave him yes but the law does not forgive. Linda, what you think should happen and what is mandated by law are two very different things. The . I hope he finally gets his punishment and for the ones who signed this list: Im avoiding your work from now on! I might not like it, but I can separate the man from his work. Oscars 2023: Best Picture Predictions This article was amended on 30 January 2018. - Members of the European Producers Club There is no one who is so talented that deserve to walk from something like this (and hes been walking for 30 years). By signing up to the Mashable newsletter you agree to receive electronic communications The Mexican director received criticism after he chose not to wear a Time's Up badge to the BAFTAs. Jan Kounen In 2016, when promoting recent film Julieta, Almodovar criticized the limited parts conventionally written for women. If he was some crack head living in harlem and raped a girl would the same supporters come to the rescue? The victim wants the case dropped, but oh no. Roman Polanski is an ADMITTED child rapist. Its neutrality applies in times of war and peace, not in the application of treaty and criminal laws. this is all very upsetting to hear. At this point, they wont be helping to heal the situation, nor will they vindicate this womans suffering at his hands. It will be much wiser, less obstinate and more generous to leave this exceptional man alone. Adrien Brody with Polanksi, during filming of The Pianist, 2002. I know it wont matter one iota to many of you, which is fine, but I am one person who will do her best to avoid any of your work. Michael Mann Raphael Rebibo Roger Kahane, He sodomized a child, and then fled the country - at what point does this become ok with people. (Also, Woody Allen, but who's surprised there?) Thompson claims to have signed the petition, but later asked for her name to be removed. In the same interview, Portman said she "felt terrible" about accusations of whitewashing(Opens in a new tab) in her upcoming film Annihilation. Also an artist and a film lover. Since then, many of them with names on the petition have claimed that they were forced to sign it. Basically, it all comes down to your threshold of pain. I start by emailing Zenovich to ask if she feels attitudes towards Polanski have changed since she made her movie and its follow-up, Roman Polanski: Odd Man Out, about the Zurich arrest. Afterwards, in Polanskis car, Gailey cried. That does not make what he did any better. Sigourney Weaver, Harrison Ford, Johnny Depp, Ewan McGregor, Pierce Brosnan, Kate Winslet and many more have appeared in Polanski movies in the decades since his conviction, and questions about why they were working with a convicted child rapist were seen as tacky, proof of a rigid mind more focused on gossip than art. Jacques Fansten I think her opinion is the ONLY one that counts. He never even apologized to the woman. He would just be more careful.There are men who go unrevealed for years, even die before anyone finds out about them and here you have a man who was exposed and you support him?Yes he should be free to continue to do what he likes. Michel Ferry Read and educate yourself. The facts have never altered. In 2008, film-maker Marina Zenovich caught the mood and pushed it further with her documentary, the queasily titled Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired, which argued that Polanski was the victim of gross judicial misconduct during his case. The judge went back on his word because he was afriad of public opinion like yours. And also going against a horrible history of over-seeing white actors and under-seeing otherized people and minorities. Also to send out the right signal to society. 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Amongst them were a swathe of high-profile names, including Woody Allen, David Lynch, Martin Scorsese, Tilda Swinton, Darren Aronofsky, Monica Bellucci, Asia Argento and Wes Anderson. But stop with the pathetic kowtowing to a predator, please. Free shipping for many products! Wordle today: Here's the answer, hints for March 3. I am sure his methods may have changed but sex offenders rarely offend just once. It feels GOOD. Sign up for our Email Newsletters here. Thats why even though there are many other bad things in the world, this one IS important. Woody Allen I have too much to say to put it in a short comment - but I have posted on this issue on my personal blog : But it seems to me that Hollywood must be a very dangerous place for a child these days as so many of its big names appear to endorse paedophilic activity. Influencers: Profiles of a Partnership 2022, How to Pitch Stories and Articles to IndieWire, Patty Jenkins Told Chris Pine to Try Directing: 'You Gotta Do Something Besides Wait in Your Trailer', The Best True Crime Streaming Now, from 'Unsolved Mysteries' to 'McMillions' to 'The Staircase', 17 HBO and HBO Max Original Series to Get Excited About in 2023. When Polanski was arrested in Zurich in 2009 in a failed attempt by the US to extradite him, more than 100 celebrities signed a petition demanding his release. Woody Allen, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, Martin Scorcese, David Lynch, Wong Kar Wai, Harmony Korine, Stephen Frears . We reached out to some of the most high-profile signatories. Perhaps the judge got away with what Polanski was accused of. He admitted to raping a child at the age of 13, fled the country and lived like a King in France, and he shouldnt be punished because he makes good movies??? He presented to them the new Minister Counselor for Public Affairs at the embassy, Ms Judith Baroody. Who among the Moral Police gives a shit? Ladislas Kijno I was looking for the petition to sign, but heres my comment: LEAVE THE POOR GUY ALONE. K, Uhlman, please dont get all circus of blood here.
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