Disney is currently facing legal action regarding the digital recreation of actor Peter Cushing's likeness in the film 'Rogue One,' allegedly done without permission, as insisted by Cushing before his death.
Kevin Francis, a long-time friend of Cushing, claims that the late actor explicitly stated no one could reproduce his likeness digitally without his permission, raising substantial legal and ethical questions.
Amidst the lawsuit, Disney contends that a contract existed with Cushing's agent allowing likeness use, thus claiming Francis seeks 'unjust enrichment' by asking for over $650,000 in damages.
The UK High Court has allowed the lawsuit brought by Francis to proceed, reflecting ongoing complexities and uncertainties within the British legal procedures regarding entertainment and rights.
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