'X-Men' Director Being Sued For Sex Abuse Allegations

[Coasterghost]

I have a few question and a few comments Firstly, in the law suit it court docs "Approximately 2–3 months after Collins-Rector began sexually abusing Plaintiff". Okay, why isn't Marc Collins-Rector a defendant aswell? Also wouldn't this be filed under a criminal complaint than a civil complaint due to the matter at question.

 

[dark_b]

i wonder if a victim who was raped would settle for money out of court?

isnt it so that you can get the money even if you dont settle? if the rapist loses and gets prison?

 

[Anita18]

Yep. I'm not saying I believe they are true but I had a feeling something like this would happen to Singer eventually with all the rumours about him through the years.

It seems like Singer left himself open to these type of lawsuits unfortunately.

It really only was a matter of time. The rumors have existed for yeeeeaaaars.

This is exactly why celebrities will pay for hookers. Surely there are some male hookers in LA who look young, but aren't actually underage? I'd be very surprised if there weren't any.

 

[Llama_Shepherd]

I wouldn't imagine so. Wouldn't that be double jeopardy?

 

[Primal Slayer]

his directing career is destroyed. i feel sorry for the actors promoting the movie because they will be asked about this.

This is hollywood, his career is far from destroyed. Woody Allen, Michael Jackson faced the same things, even worse than this and it did not affect their careers one bit. Plus plenty of athletes/actors/famous people in general have faced similar situations.

 

[kevork89]

His career isn't destroyed. Fox will stick by him. The man involved will get a payout and it will be done.

 

[lofoa82]

What´s even weirder? That the official X-Men Movies, twitter account, favourited the tweet from Variety, reporting all this.

 

[DigificWriter]

@dark b: Roman Polanski survived an actual criminal conviction on rape charges with his directorial reputation intact, so Singer can certainly survive what seems to be a clear 'money-grab' lawsuit (even if it does have some grain of truth to it, the fact that it's only being brought forth now does indicate that it's a money-grab).

 

[CapedCrusader14]

What´s even weirder? That the official X-Men Movies, twitter account, favourited the tweet from Variety, reporting all this.

I just checked it and I didn't see them favouriting the tweet at all.

 

[kevork89]

@dark b: Roman Polanski survived an actual criminal conviction on rape charges with his directorial reputation intact, so Singer can certainly survive what seems to be a clear 'money-grab' lawsuit (even if it does have some grain of truth to it, the fact that it's only being brought forth now does indicate that it's a money-grab).

Agreed. It is. I do not defend what he did but can I be blunt it was a casting couch type situation. I'm sorry if I was somehow at that party and someone was saying snort this coccaine or you won't get a part, i'll just up and leave no matter what age I am. Is what Bryan did disgusting? Hell yes. Did he use his wealth and power? Yes. Could the young man have walked away from it all or just said NO and he didn't? Yes that is true he didn't and went along with it. He didn't become famous and now he 15 years later he is seeking a payoff for it. Yeah ok.

 

[lofoa82]

I just checked it and I didn't see them favouriting the tweet at all.

@SuperHeroReport retweeted the Variety article, and SuperHeroReport´s retweet was favourited by X-Men Movies.

Take a look at it. It´s pretty weird. I actually found out about this lawsuit because of X-Men Movies favourited.

 

[KidxMikexMcfly]

Sadly, this reminds me the story of the man who worked at hotel where John Travoltra was staying. Apparently during a massage he was given to JT, Travolta Monica Lewinski'd on his jeans. The guy quit his job. I remember seeing the stories online but they quicker disappeard and were kept on the low.

 

[CapedCrusader14]

@SuperHeroReport retweeted the Variety article, and SuperHeroReport´s retweet was favourited by X-Men Movies.

Take a look at it. It´s pretty weird. I actually found out about this lawsuit because of X-Men Movies favourited.

Just saw it and you're right, wow that's pretty damn weird.

Sadly, this reminds me the story of the man who worked at hotel where John Travoltra was staying. Apparently during a massage he was given to JT, Travolta Monica Lewenski'd on his jeans. The guy quit his job. I remember seeing the stories online but they quicker disappeard and were kept on the low.

I saw what you put before, nice save

 

[lofoa82]

Just saw it and you're right, wow that's pretty damn weird.

I know right? Finger slip maybe? I hope no one gets fired because of it

 

[CapedCrusader14]

I know right? Finger slip maybe? I hope no one gets fired because of it

Part of me thinks they clicked favourite on the wrong link, because right below that post, the page tweeted "Innocent until proven guilty. #BryanSinger"

 

[Silvermoth]

I want justice to be done but it's obvious singer will be targeted for his sexual orientation. This whole thing reeks of homophobic propoganda

 

[Sullstar]

"The age of consent in Hawaii is 16. There is however a close-in-age exemption, which allows those aged 14 and 15 to consent to sex with those less than five years older"

Would it not be child abuse because it allegedly took place in Hawaii? Or would it be child abuse because the boy might have been from somewhere where the age of consent is 18? (If of course it is determined to be consensual)

 

[Dasher10]

Wow, I'm not sure if he actually did rape him but this kind of makes me way more cautious of supporting Singer. I mean, if there's a conviction, it'll be hard to watch his films again.

Also, this is the first I've heard of these allegations regarding Singer and underage boys. How long were these rumors around? I mean, if they are true, it explains why I've never heard about him having a boyfriend.

 

[henzINNIT]

Well this sucks. My gut is telling me that the case is based on truth but grossly distorted for as much damage as possible. Mostly I'm feeling guilty about wanting this to go away so I can enjoy more X-Men from Singer.

 

[Bullseye1]

Timing is everything it seems to lawyers. I guess we will find out in due course unless a deal is done behind closed doors. If Singer is innocent I hope he fights it in court and wins. These deals behind doors are seedy and only give lawyers license to bring false allegations. If Singer is guilty then he should be in jail, my understanding is this is a civil case so unless criminal charges are bought this is purely about compensation.

 

[sportjames23]

@dark b: Roman Polanski survived an actual criminal conviction on rape charges with his directorial reputation intact, so Singer can certainly survive what seems to be a clear 'money-grab' lawsuit (even if it does have some grain of truth to it, the fact that it's only being brought forth now does indicate that it's a money-grab).

Polanski fled the country to keep his directorial reputation intact.

 

[chamber-music]

Jeepers Creepers director Victor Salva was convicted of sexually molesting a kid and he is still making movies so Singer's career is far from destroyed.

 

[DarthSkywalker]

This thread is a perfect example of why so many rapes go unreported. Attack the accuser. I love how the same people who scream "innocent until proven guilty" are the same who don't mind jumping to conclusions about the accuser.

Also, separate lawyer and potential victim. The timing is obvious, but that is a lawyer thing.

I agree. I think if Singer hooked up with a consenting 17-year-old, it's his own business.

IF.

I know I'm going to get **** for this, but I don't see anything wrong with a 17 year old and an older person. 18 may make you legally an adult, but it doesn't change how a person understands consent.

Now, if it was rape, that's an issue for sure. But labeling Singer as a sex offender? Nah.

There was that actor from Green Mile who married a 16 year old and while people were creeped out, it wasn't illegal because her parents consented to the marriage. I don't see how that's more appropriate than an older guy having relations with a 17 year old.

Waiting 16 years for rape is a hard pill to swallow in terms of this case. Not to mention it'll be ridiculously hard to prove.

Eh, this whole thing reeks.

Why wait so long?

Even if all of that did happen I'm sure it was consensual and the guy was probably on the verge of being 18. That's more than old enough to know what the heck you're getting yourself into.

This whole thing is an outlandish sham.

So we ignore the law when it suits us? Really? Why stop at 17? 14 is legal in some places.

And why wait so long? Well, considering the amount of rape cases that go unreported, why does this seem far fetched?

 

[CyclopsWasRight]

I agree with some others here that the timing of this is highly suspect , however I hope the truth prevails and action is taken appropriately.

exactly what i thought...

this is very sad news if true..

scrap his X-Men universe and sell the rights to Marvel

Way to be mature man.

He hates Fox with a passion, best to ignore him.

Sadly, this reminds me the story of the man who worked at hotel where John Travoltra was staying. Apparently during a massage he was given to JT, Travolta Monica Lewinski'd on his jeans. The guy quit his job. I remember seeing the stories online but they quicker disappeard and were kept on the low.

I remember that.

Unless ive read wrong is the accuser asking for money ?? Surely in a rape case one would rather have Singer behinad bars then asking for a sum of money

Most any rape victim would want punishment not compensation.

But here's the thing, we can speculate endlessly but we will never know the truth.

That's the worst thing about these type of allegations against the famous. They ruin careers forever whether the suspect is guilty or not.

Anyone whose been alone with a famous person can cry rape later. It's ridiculous.

Agreed. If it turns out to be BS then the accuser will get away Scott-free while the victim will have his life ruined.

I've seen reports of women who have cried rape to get back at men but there punishment is often not that severe and never as publicised.

 

[DarthSkywalker]

If it was simply a timing issue, I'd wonder why a person would wait until now, especially after Singer was a pretty big name in 2005/2006. Who knew he'd recover from his rather lengthy down period? So how this hurts or helps credibility seems negligible at best.