In a personal account shared with the Guardian, Seydoux recounted how Weinstein aggressively lunged at her on a sofa in his hotel room, attempting to kiss her.
Recalling the unsettling encounter, Seydoux described being engaged in conversation with Weinstein on the sofa when he abruptly made an unwelcome advance towards her.
She emphasized the need to physically defend herself against his forceful actions due to his imposing stature, expressing her revulsion as she left the room.
The actress disclosed that her initial interaction with Weinstein occurred at a fashion show, during which he insistentently invited her for drinks later that evening.
Meeting in the hotel lobby accompanied by his female assistant, Seydoux soon realized that Weinstein’s intentions veered away from professional discussions about potential film opportunities.
Throughout their interaction, Seydoux felt objectified and disrespected by Weinstein’s flirtatious behavior, perceiving his feigned interest in her for a role as insincere.
Despite feeling pressured by his influential status, she eventually acquiesced to joining him in his hotel room for a drink.
Seydoux expressed the internal struggle of refusing Weinstein’s invitation, highlighting the intimidating aura of power he exuded that instilled fear in many women.
As the assistant departed, leaving them alone, the situation escalated as Weinstein’s demeanor changed, revealing a loss of control over his actions.
Following the distressing encounter, Seydoux recounted witnessing Weinstein’s repeated inappropriate advances towards other young women within the industry.
However, she underscored that Weinstein’s misconduct was not an isolated incident, shedding light on the pervasive abuse of power by men in the film industry.
Reflecting on broader experiences of harassment, Seydoux shared instances where directors made lewd comments or engaged in unprofessional behavior during her career.
She recounted an unsettling episode where a respected director made explicit remarks towards her, as well as another director who subjected actors to prolonged and voyeuristic filming of intimate scenes.
In a striking parallel to her encounter with Weinstein, Seydoux detailed another director’s attempt to initiate physical contact, necessitating her to physically rebuff his advances.
Through these candid revelations, Seydoux highlighted the prevalent culture of exploitation and
