Bohemian Rhapsody is no longer nominated in the Outstanding Film category at the GLAAD Media Awards, after shocking new allegations were made against the film’s director Bryan Singer.
Earlier this week, The Atlantic published an exposé – which detailed allegations from four men, who claim they were raped or molested by Bryan when they were underage.
After the exposé started hitting headlines, GLAAD released a statement to Variety, in which they said. “In light of the latest allegations against director Bryan Singer, GLAAD has made the difficult decision to remove Bohemian Rhapsody from contention for a GLAAD Media Award in the Outstanding Film – Wide Release category this year.”
“Singer’s response to The Atlantic story wrongfully used ‘homophobia’ to deflect from sexual assault allegations. And GLAAD urges the media and the industry at large to not gloss over the fact that survivors of sexual assault should be put first.”
The “Bohemian Rhapsody” director Bryan Singer has been trailed by accusations of sexual misconduct for 20 years. Here, his alleged victims tell their stories. @MisterAlexFren1 and @maxapotter report: https://t.co/PeKrnUEqRu
— The Atlantic (@TheAtlantic) January 23, 2019
Meanwhile, the director has vehemently denied the allegations.
Bryan’s lawyer told Rolling Stone, “It’s sad that The Atlantic would stoop to this low standard of journalistic integrity.”
“Again, I am forced to reiterate that this story rehashes claims from bogus lawsuits filed by a disreputable cast of individuals willing to lie for money or attention. And it is no surprise that, with Bohemian Rhapsody being an award-winning hit, this homophobic smear piece has been conveniently timed to take advantage of its success.”
Bryan Singer has responded to @TheAtlantic‘s story, which he calls a “homophobic smear piece”: pic.twitter.com/7W6ftBZ7I2
— Adam B. Vary @ Sundance (@adambvary) January 23, 2019
Bryan was fired as the director of Bohemian Rhapsody during shooting, as he reportedly clashed with producers.
The director was replaced by Dexter Fletcher, but despite this, he remains the sole credited director on the film.
Before the new allegations against Bryan surfaced, Bohemian Rhapsody was nominated for five Academy Awards – including Best Picture.
