A shocking account of Harvey Weinstein's rise as a powerful figure in Hollywood, detailing how he exploited his position to satisfy his monstrous sexual appetites and the eventual collapse of his empire. Ken Auletta, a seasoned journalist for the New Yorker, initially profiled Weinstein two decades ago, revealing his volatile and violent nature. However, the darker narrative of Weinstein as a sexual predator remained elusive, with no one willing to speak out at the time. Years later, Auletta shared his insights with Ronan Farrow, Jodi Kantor, and Megan Twohey as they uncovered the truth behind Weinstein's actions. Despite their groundbreaking work, Auletta was left pondering the deeper questions: what fueled Weinstein's monstrous behavior, and why was it allowed to persist unchecked? How could he manage a major company while leading a double life of predation? Over three years, Auletta constructed a comprehensive examination of Weinstein's career, intertwining his extraordinary successes with the brutality that left many lives shattered. Through interviews with film stars, Miramax employees, and even Weinstein's brother, Auletta paints a complex portrait of a predator and the enabling power structures within Hollywood. Understanding Weinstein's web of influence sheds light on the many other hidden webs that likely still exist.
