Harvey Weinstein's accusers hit back at the disgraced Hollywood mogul Monday after he complained that the world had forgotten how he 'pioneered' women-led films following dozens of sex-crime allegations.
Mr Weinstein's comments came after he reached a $25 million settlement last week to be shared among more than 30 actresses and former employees who have sued him for offenses ranging from sexual harassment to rape.
Mr Weinstein has always insisted his sexual relationships were consensual and has pleaded not guilty to five charges of sexual assault relating to two women. "Mr. Weinstein's latest public relations stunt on the eve of his criminal trial provides even more motivation to continue to prosecute the claims that will expose him for who he is," he said in a statement emailed to AFP.
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