Olivia Munn Reflects on Challenging Experiences from Film Set
In a recent episode of Monica Lewinsky’s podcast, Reclaiming, released on February 18, actress Olivia Munn shared her recollections of distressing moments that transpired while filming a movie. Although she did not disclose the film’s title, the incidents had a significant impact on her.
Munn recounted that during the production, she faced numerous troubling situations that compelled her to lodge complaints against the studio. “I had to file grievances with them,” she explained during her conversation with Lewinsky. “Eventually, I was presented with an astonishing financial offer—seven figures—to accept their apology and acknowledgment of these issues. However, this came with a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).”
Despite being placed in such a lucrative position, Munn revealed she was never inclined to publicly share details about what occurred on set. Her priority was to move past those experiences; however, signing an NDA felt unacceptable to her.
She recalled that these events coincided with the heightened awareness surrounding the Me Too movement—a social reckoning catalyzed in 2017 by numerous allegations against prominent film producer Harvey Weinstein. This movement gained traction when actress Alyssa Milano utilized Twitter as a platform urging women to share their experiences of sexual harassment and assault using the hashtag “Me Too.”
Munn stated, “It was truly a pivotal moment—the initial fallout from Harvey Weinstein reshaped conversations around consent and misconduct. At that time, people scrutinized anyone who had taken an NDA as if they solely acted out for monetary gain.” She admitted feeling apprehensive that speaking out might undermine her credibility: “I feared that voicing my concerns would somehow validate accusations against me.”
Worried about potential repercussions from the studio regarding her decision—which could include revealing details about signing an NDA—Munn took some legal advice but ultimately chose not to pursue any settlement.
“I believe my determination came from being overwhelmed by frustration and anger at receiving such an indecent proposal,” Munn noted. Rather than consider negotiations or alternative outcomes initially presented by attorneys during meetings where they highlighted how financially rewarding their offer might be for her situation—she felt it lacked respect for what she endured: “I insisted specifically my decision should come from me.”
As she exited one particularly tense meeting with legal representatives who bolded asserted how hefty their offer truly was, Munn firmly articulated back: “While this amount may seem substantial to you all; it does not equate in importance compared to raising my voice.”
Looking back at those decisions made during trying times left Munn feeling “immensely proud” of honoring herself through those actions.
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Attributing some of its thematic essence reflective throughout works like 2018’s The Predator, which coincided closely within those dramatic societal transitions spurred forth by #MeToo moments remains entrenched within contemporary media discussions surrounding justice in workplaces across industries today.