A new BBC documentary examines sexual misconduct allegations against actor Jared Leto, with its producer calling it a test of Hollywood's commitment to the MeToo movement. The film, titled 'Jared Leto: Hollywood's Dark Secret,' premiered on the BBC, directed by Alice McShane, known for her documentary on Russell Brand. McShane worked with reporter Elena Clavarino, who originally published the allegations in AirMail about a year ago, and BBC producer Jessica Sartenaer to present the claims.
Mike Radford, the executive producer, described the documentary as a 'bellwether' moment for MeToo, suggesting that how the industry responds to the allegations against Leto will reveal its current stance on the movement. The actor, who won an Oscar for 'Dallas Buyers Club,' has faced a catalogue of sexual misconduct accusations, but McShane noted the 'mystery' of why he has not been held accountable. The documentary sets out the allegations in detail, questioning the lack of consequences for the star.