Japanese Cult Film Director Sion Sono Accused of Sexual Assault By 2 Women
thewrap.comShukan Josei link his alleged predatory behavior to his acting workshops, and in addition to the two unnamed women, the piece also includes a quote from a Japanese film executive who accused Sono of misconduct. “Even now, there is a director who has no qualms about saying ‘If you screw me, I’ll give you work’.
His films are acclaimed and many actresses want to appear in them. He uses that to assault women as if it’s nothing. That director is Sion Sono,” the executive told the magazine.
One woman identified as Actress A said the director called her to appear in his office and urged her to have sexual intercourse.
But when she refused, she claims that he called another actress into his office and proceeded to have sex with the other woman in front of her.
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