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Despite being known for his roles, Franco's penchant for method acting often created uncomfortable situations on set. Reports surfaced of his challenging behavior during the production of The Disaster Artist, a film that was intended to be a career highlight, one that earned him a Golden Globe for Best Actor. Instead, it launched a storm of allegations about inappropriate and exploitative behavior.
The Fall of a Star
The apex of Franco's controversies came during the height of the Me Too movement. When he donned a Time's Up pin at the Golden Globes, it inadvertently placed a target on his back. Soon after, five women came forward with claims of sexual exploitation, many accusing him of abusing his role as a teacher and mentor in acting classes to groom young actresses for sex.