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Actress Sues Disney Over 'Avatar' Likeness Theft

4 articles Started 3 months ago Last updated 3 months ago

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Actress Q'orianka Kilcher filed suit against Disney and director James Cameron on May 6, alleging her likeness was used without authorization in the "Avatar" franchise. The indigenous actress claims the studio and filmmaker created a character based on her appearance without permission or compensation. The lawsuit represents another legal challenge to the "Avatar" films, adding to ongoing disputes surrounding the film's production and characters.