Charlize Theron and Alex Cooper discussed their shared experiences of sexual harassment. Cooper recounted her harassment by her soccer coach in the documentary Call Her Alex. Theron detailed her experience, recalling how a director propositioned her during her first audition. Both shared feelings of self-blame and anger towards themselves for not preventing the harassment. Theron highlighted how the director, after learning of her story, reacted nervously and attempted to explain his actions. She expressed satisfaction in knowing he feels pressure about his past behavior, reflecting on the shame both women have carried.
I remember being furious with myself because I couldn't believe how I had let myself down. I was like, "Who the fuck are you? Why the fuck would you allow that? Why?"
He got a little nervous and sent a letter trying to explain his behavior and how Theron misconstrued it. And I just realized, like, I won't even fucking say your name because you know you're the scumbag.
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