We are writing to formally caution CNN that the portions of the film ‘The Hunting Ground’ pertaining to Mr.
The film is about the crisis as a whole, not just Winston’s case, but his is particularly telling of the power structures in play, so it naturally gets attention. The Hunting Ground is scheduled to premier tomorrow on CNN, and it features his accuser Erica Kinsman coming forward to speak publicly for the first time since accusing Winston. Includes exclusive interview by football star Jameis Winstons accuser. In a letter to CNN obtained by The Hollywood Reporter, Winston and his legal team threatened legal action against CNN if they air the film, on the grounds that is defamatory.Īs a refresher: Winston was accused of rape, was not charged, was the beneficiary of some remarkably bad (at best) policework, stole some crab legs, showed no self-awareness, and then he and his accuser filed suits against each other. This years most incendiary film is a startling exposé of sexual assault on college campuses that follows two courageous activists as they unmask a nationwide cover-up. So Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering made a documentary with the harrowing and apt title The Hunting Ground which CNN is airing tomorrow. Not only is on-campus sexual assault widespread-according to a study, 1 in 4 college women will be a victim of a sexual assault-but it’s consistently ignored by college administrations. The film was immediately followed by a special hosted by CNNs Alisyn Camerota. Sexual assault on college campuses is a major problem, and several high profile cases have brought national attention to the crisis and its accompanying administrative cover ups. 'The Hunting Ground' aired on CNN on Sunday, November 22, at 8 p.m.