Patricia Clarkson Reflects on 'Ugly' Harvey Weinstein Encounter Inspiring Film Role

Patricia Clarkson has revealed that Harvey Weinstein threatened her career after she refused his push to submit her for Best Supporting Actress at the Oscars for her lead role in 'The Station Agent.' Clarkson objected to the practice of actors competing in categories that don't match their actual roles, insisting she was the lead and that ethical standards should be upheld during awards season. She noted that she was appropriately nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Pieces of April,' where Katie Holmes was the clear lead. Clarkson described her confrontation with Weinstein as 'very ugly' and recounted his warning that she would 'never work again' for defying him. Reflecting on the experience, she acknowledged that while it was difficult, it paled in comparison to the experiences of women who suffered far more severe abuse at Weinstein's hands. Clarkson also shared that her past with Weinstein influenced her decision to portray New York Times editor Rebecca Corbett in 'She Said,' the film about the investigation that exposed Weinstein's misconduct.