Helen Mirren’s publicist must have had the day off when she gave an interview for the September British GQ. The Oscar star’s candid remarks on date rape and drug use has prompted scores of negative media attention.
Mirren took a somewhat non-chalant stance on the subject of date rape saying it was a “tricky subject”, having been a victim herself as a student. Her definition of rape occurred in a situation “of a couple engaged in sexual activity but the woman said ‘no’ at the last second.”
To further aggravate anti-rape campaigners Mirren commented, “I don’t think she [the victim] can have that man into court under those circumstances. I guess it is one of the subtle parts of the men/women relationship that has to be negotiated and worked out between them.”
If that wasn’t enough raise eyebrows, Mirren talked about her former love of cocaine.
In a positive light, Mirren is a well-respected and Academy Award winning actress who is speaking out on touchy-subjects, unlike many celebrities. I applaud her honesty. At least she doesn’t sugarcoat or avoid private issues during an interview. Perhaps this media attention can summon further conversations on date rape and awareness.
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