Although Warner Bros. Pictures has completed its investigation Justice League supports the abuse of co-star Ray Fisher against director Joss Whedon, the problem is far from solved.
On Wednesday, Fisher posted an extensive tweet confirming that WB fired him from the upcoming film, flash– a film in which he would continue his portrayal of Victor Stone, also known as Cyborg. According to Fisher, his role was expected to be “much bigger than a cameo,” despite misconceptions.
“I do not agree with their decision, but it is one that is not surprising,” Fisher wrote on Twitter.
Fisher further confirmed that he could not “knowingly” continue to participate in WB productions involving DC Films President Walter Hamada for two distinct reasons: “[Hamada’s] intentional attempt to undermine Justice League to protect his friend and former co-chair, Geoff Johns ”and“[Hamada’s] tries to protect themselves by contributing to the public dissemination of lies and misinformation about me and Justice League investigation into The September 4 statement from Warner Bros. Pictures to The Wrap. ”
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Earlier this month, WarnerMedia claimed that Fisher had not been removed from the role, citing Fisher’s public announcement that he had refused to work with Hamada. Fisher denied giving up flash movie, though.
“The investigation was conducted by an external law firm and led by a former federal judge,” said a WB representative. in a statement to The Wrap, following reports that the production company will not reform Fisher’s role after he leaves. “More than 80 people were interviewed. We have full confidence in its soundness and integrity, and remedial action has been taken. The investigation is over and it’s time to move on. ”
In Wednesday’s tweet, Fisher drew attention to his claims that Hamada was trying to protect and “cover up” Johns when Fisher brought him issues of escalating labor abuse, including when Fisher brought Hamada to his attention. that Johns was “an important contributor to the problems experienced, including blatant racism.”
As the deadline notes, the investigation is over with an unspecified “remedial action”. Variety reports that Johns (who no longer holds an executive role at DC since 2018) continues to have a relationship with WB as confirmed by the studio, producing titles such as Stargirl, Batwoman, Doom Patrol, Superman and Lois and The Titans, among other projects.
“No one, in any profession, should argue with the employer for their claims of abuse, racism and discrimination to be brought to the proper chain of command,” Fisher added, concluding that Hamada is “unsuitable for a leadership position.” ”And that he is willing to take a polygraph test to support his claims. “And no one, in any leadership position, should try to discourage those who want to report such statements from doing so.” Fisher concluded that he was “happy” to give up his role as Cyborg for the greater good of helping to bring “awareness and responsibility for Walter Hamada’s actions.”
Root contacted Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Entertainment for comments on Wednesday’s statement on Fisher on Twitter.