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Producer Sues Tea Shop Over Alleged Exclusion From 'Obsession' Profits
legal1 month ago

Producer Sues Tea Shop Over Alleged Exclusion From 'Obsession' Profits

Leonora Ann Darby has sued Tea Shop Productions co-founders James Harris and Mark Lane in California, alleging they breached a 2024 agreement by excluding her from net profits on the horror hit 'Obsession.' Darby claims she acted as lead producer, rescuing the film’s edit and post-production, but was denied her promised one-third share despite the movie grossing over $500 million. The lawsuit, filed August 28, seeks a full accounting and damages, while defendants have not responded.

via TheWrap|
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Producer Darby Sues Tea Shop for Withholding Share of $510M 'Obsession' Profits
legal1 month ago

Producer Darby Sues Tea Shop for Withholding Share of $510M 'Obsession' Profits

Leonora Ann Darby has filed a breach of contract lawsuit against Tea Shop Productions and its co-founders, James Harris and Mark Lane, alleging they denied her a promised one-third share of the net profits from the horror hit 'Obsession.' The film, which grossed over $510 million worldwide on a budget under $800,000, was a major success for Focus Features. Darby claims she was treated as a subordinate despite an agreement for equal producer status and compensation. The lawsuit seeks an accounting of profits and unpaid wages, noting that Darby received only a single $300,000 payment. The complaint highlights her role in rescuing the film's production and distribution, including its sale to Focus Features at the Toronto Film Festival.

via Deadline|
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