Minnie Driver: #MeToo Made Hollywood Safer

Minnie Driver has shared her perspective on the transformative impact of the #MeToo movement on women in Hollywood. She detailed past experiences of being labeled "difficult" for advocating for equal treatment on set and enduring fear due to figures like Harvey Weinstein. Driver stated that the movement has made it easier for actresses to voice concerns without facing career-ending consequences.

Weinstein, who is now imprisoned, had attempted to undermine Driver's career, notably by questioning her attractiveness and suitability for the film "Good Will Hunting." Despite these challenges, Driver, alongside others, fought for her roles. She expressed satisfaction that justice has been served and that Weinstein's actions have prompted behavioral changes among men in the industry.

Driver also recounted an incident on the set of "Hard Rain" where she was denied a wetsuit, with producers citing a desire to see her nipples through her clothing. She described being gaslit and punished for speaking up, leading to self-doubt. However, she acknowledged that the collective action of women during #MeToo, amplified by social media, has empowered them to understand and leverage their influence, fostering a safer environment.