In 1997, I was raped byHarvey Weinsteinhere at Cannes.
I was 21 years old.
Argento was one of the first to come forward through a story published in October byThe New Yorker.
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In statements released through his representatives, Weinstein denied any allegations of non-consensual sex.
I want to make a prediction, Argento continued on Saturday with Cannes jury memberAva DuVernayby her side.
Harvey Weinstein will never be welcomed here ever again.
But she didnt stop with Weinstein.
A rep for Weinstein sent EW a statement from his lawyer in Italy, Filomena Cusano.
Being present, I would correct the notion that there was only applause when Ms. Argento spoke.
There was an equal amount of stunned silence in the hall, she said.
The allegations made are completely false.
Mr. Weinstein and Ms. Argento had a consensual relationship; Ms. Argento starred in Mr. Weinsteins filmB.
Monkeyin 1998, in which Argento was excellent, and she herself said was a fantastic role for her.
This is clearly a painful moment for Ms. Argento, but it is a false narrative.
Harvey has only respect for Ms. Argento and wishes her well.
Weinsteins rep accompanied this statement with a photograph taken in 2004 of Argento smiling next to Weinstein.
According to Farrows piece, she felt Weinstein would ruin her career if she didnt comply.
What has been done cannot be undone.
What has been revealed can no longer be hidden, Argento wrote.
What has been said can no longer be unspoken.
The one thing I will not be though, the one thing none us will be, is silenced.
The stairs of our industry must be accessible to all, Blanchett added from the steps of the Palais.
This article has been updated with a statement from Weinsteins lawyer.
