Steven Seagal sued for $14 million by production company

[Lollipop]

I think Seagal has the best managers on the world. After so bad critics for so much films, they managed to get him 4,75 m dollars as a salary for a 15m budgeted film. Those guys are some kind of wizards.

Isn't it possible that the people at the production company looked at the completed footage, and decided not to invest more money? Seagal's wage has been payed, sunk cost, but it is not worth to invest more money. So they tried to do this law prcedure, maybe they can get some of the money back.

Hey Kcs, have not had a chance to speak with you lately!!
I think it was one of your post correct me if I am wrong, but something about some of us not like some on the scenery in his foreign films! Like Castles and the like!! I love these kinds of things! I wished I had traveled more and learned more about the European Countries! I bet you have some great spots in your country!!
:apeace:

 

[Serena]

I think this part of Suzi's second article is worth taking another look at--basically, the other side of the coin.


Seagal attorney Marty Singer called the suit "ridiculous and without merit" and "a clear preemptive strike" to a suit that Seagal was preparing to file against the plaintiffs alleging fraud; it could be filed as early as today.

Singer said attorneys and Seagal agents at William Morris notified Kill Master and Nu Image more than a month ago about substantial complaints of fraud they were bringing against the production in South Africa, where, he said, a criminal investigation into the loss of millions of dollars is under way.

An estimated $5 million-$7 million of the $13 million-$14 million production was not put into the pic, Singer said, which will damage the chances of the film getting a theatrical release in any territory.

On Tuesday evening, the day after the suit was filed, Nu Image offered to pay Seagal $650,000 of the remaining $830,000 he is owed on final payment of his salary for "Mercenary," according to Singer. Nothing was mentioned at that time about the suit, which Singer said came as a surprise to Seagal on Wednesday.

As to the claims of misconduct during production that caused delays, Singer said the pic, which was shot in April and May, was completed under budget and on time.

 

[TwoCents]

Hmmm I don't know what to think, it would be very easy to be blinded by fandom to Seagal and take his side but I don't know I have not witnessed any of this so I can't say what went on so i'll just wait and see what happens I guess.

 

[Lollipop]

I think this part of Suzi's second article is worth taking another look at--basically, the other side of the coin.


Seagal attorney Marty Singer called the suit "ridiculous and without merit" and "a clear preemptive strike" to a suit that Seagal was preparing to file against the plaintiffs alleging fraud; it could be filed as early as today.

Singer said attorneys and Seagal agents at William Morris notified Kill Master and Nu Image more than a month ago about substantial complaints of fraud they were bringing against the production in South Africa, where, he said, a criminal investigation into the loss of millions of dollars is under way.

An estimated $5 million-$7 million of the $13 million-$14 million production was not put into the pic, Singer said, which will damage the chances of the film getting a theatrical release in any territory.

On Tuesday evening, the day after the suit was filed, Nu Image offered to pay Seagal $650,000 of the remaining $830,000 he is owed on final payment of his salary for "Mercenary," according to Singer. Nothing was mentioned at that time about the suit, which Singer said came as a surprise to Seagal on Wednesday.

As to the claims of misconduct during production that caused delays, Singer said the pic, which was shot in April and May, was completed under budget and on time.

Thanks Serena!! I hope we will found out what really wen work and it can be worked out!

 

[gunslinger]

If the allegations are true, it explains EVERYTHING -- The awful, crappy, non coherent plots of his last few movies and the God-awful dubbing. I always thought it was just crappy production values from Nu Image, but after watching other movies of theirs with other big stars, like Ray Liotta and Wesley Snipes, there was no evidence to support this. Sure, they're not the biggest and best studio, but the Seagal movies they've produced have been embarrassing in comparison to their other recent efforts.

 

[Kcs]

Please tell me an example of "awful, crappy, non coherent plots". Because I'm afraid I can't remember any...

 

[GlimmerMan]

I am with you Glimmer same thing apply's here as in the fat
thread!!! Get rid of him!! He don't get
a trial either!!
He is a fat, stupid and worst of all an AMERICAN! What did we ever see in him!! :whazzup: :whazzup:
And why in God's name are we still visiting this website!! :whazzup: :whazzup:
Now I am beginning to think we are the fool's and he got us all!
The joke's on us!!
He won we lost!! He is rich we are poor!! He is recognized we are nobody's!!
He is happy living a wonderful life!! We are miserable sitting here trying to figure out what else we can find wrong with him!!!!!!

Any new Idea's anyone??? :whazzup: :whazzup: Think real hard you can come up with something!! You are such an intelligent group!

What the ****?

 

[gunslinger]

Out for a Kill had a crappy, awful non coherent plot. In the final showdown Seagal confronts the villain. He repeats the exact same line twice, from different angles. In Into the Sun Seagal rocks up to the bad guy Chen's high rise apartment. Cut to the next scene, Seagal's girlfriend is killed -- miles away. In the next scene Seagal confronts Chen and asks him where his girlfriend is. How did Seagal know, is he telepathic?

I'm not trying to bag Seagal, but we as fans put up with too much. Even the most awful Van Damme films (Universal Soldier: The Return, Derailed) have been better than Seagal's later efforts and that's saying a lot. As Amos pointed out, if you can't do something right, you shouldn't do it all.

 

[aikidoboynj]

Damn I wonder if the lawsuit is going to affect his next blockbuster...
I saw the commercials the other day....Steven Seagal...."Donut Under Fire" he doesnt even have to talk in that one just eat donuts oh yeah he also stops a donut store robbery. Better plot than all of those other dtvs huh

 

[Lollipop]

Damn I wonder if the lawsuit is going to affect his next blockbuster...
I saw the commercials the other day....Steven Seagal...."Donut Under Fire" he doesnt even have to talk in that one just eat donuts oh yeah he also stops a donut store robbery. Better plot than all of those other dtvs huh

I wonder if they are hiring any extra's? This sounds like my kind of movie!!

 

[TDWoj]

Out for a Kill had a crappy, awful non coherent plot. In the final showdown Seagal confronts the villain. He repeats the exact same line twice, from different angles. In Into the Sun Seagal rocks up to the bad guy Chen's high rise apartment. Cut to the next scene, Seagal's girlfriend is killed -- miles away. In the next scene Seagal confronts Chen and asks him where his girlfriend is. How did Seagal know, is he telepathic?

I'm not trying to bag Seagal, but we as fans put up with too much. Even the most awful Van Damme films (Universal Soldier: The Return, Derailed) have been better than Seagal's later efforts and that's saying a lot. As Amos pointed out, if you can't do something right, you shouldn't do it all.

Don't forget Out of Reach, and yes, even Belly of the Beast had some weirdness in it that made no sense. For those that hated The Foreigner, that one, too, had issues. Oh, and don't forget Ticker.

I'm not commenting on Into the Sun or Submerged because I flatly refuse to spend any more of my hard-to-come-by wages on any more rubbish.

-TD, off to get Above The Law DVD to watch on her computer as the TV is still broke

 

[ORANGATUANG]

Hey Lollipop if he did an concert send him my way i would go see him by hook or by crook...

 

[Lollipop]

Hey Lollipop if he did an concert send him my way i would go see him by hook or by crook...

No I think we would have to be together it would take us both to bring him down! If he tours and comes close I will send for you in advance!!

 

[ORANGATUANG]

You better girl...yep it take two to take him down Iam not going to judge an movie i havent seen yet thats just stupid..but as soon as i get "submerged" i give my comment then...

 

[Hallarian]

I'm just not sure what the real facts are so I'll wait.

I've enjpyed many of his films, but the ones I like are not usually the favorites of others. I am puzzled what all the non-fans who don't like his films are doing here.

 

[suziwong]

Update !!

Steven Seagal Files Lawsuit Against Nu Image and Others
Thursday June 9, 11:27 pm ET

LOS ANGELES, June 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Steven Seagal and Steamroller Productions have filed a complaint in Los Angeles County Superior Court against Avi Lerner's company Nu Image, EFF Independent, and other defendants for fraud, breach of contract and intentional interference with a contract in regards to the feature film 'Mercenary.' The complaint alleges that: "In an effort to harass, cheat and intimidate Seagal, Nu Image, which financed 'Mercenary,' has refused to pay Steven Seagal $835,000 he is owed, despite the fact that he traveled to South Africa and rendered all acting services required under his contract."

"The lawsuit filed against Steven Seagal by Nu Image and Kill Master Productions on June 6, 2005 is ridiculous and without merit," added Seagal's lawyer Marty Singer. "This was clearly an attempt to preempt my client's suit which Nu Image was aware we were preparing to file. Seagal's attorneys previously notified Nu Image more than a month ago about substantial claims of fraud they had against them.

"Evidence that Nu Image's lawsuit is frivolous is that two days after Nu Image filed its lawsuit, they offered to pay Mr. Seagal $650,000 of the remaining $830,000 he is owed for his performance in 'Mercenary.' Nothing was mentioned at that time about the Nu Image suit, which came as a complete surprise to my client when he learned of it on June 8."

Source: Steamroller Productions

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suzi

 

[TDWoj]

I've enjpyed many of his films, but the ones I like are not usually the favorites of others. I am puzzled what all the non-fans who don't like his films are doing here.

I don't think that's the case, Hallarian, about non-fans who don't like his films being here. What I'm seeing is fans frustrated by the rubbish he's been making. I think the fans are just fed up with the poor quality of his most recent efforts. And rightly so.

He keeps up this trend, he won't have enough fans to keep him in the lifestyle to which he has become accustomed.

 

[Kcs]

I don't think that's the case, Hallarian, about non-fans who don't like his films being here. What I'm seeing is fans frustrated by the rubbish he's been making. I think the fans are just fed up with the poor quality of his most recent efforts. And rightly so.

He keeps up this trend, he won't have enough fans to keep him in the lifestyle to which he has become accustomed.

Please don't think that your opinion is a fact. You think those films ar rubbish. But the business stats are not prooving this. Seagal is the number one DTV movie star, which is a very lucrative business area. He still get 4-5 million dollars for a movie, which answers everything.

This is business, if you want to see art, watch for example Kurosawa or Forman.

 

[hofmae]

Please don't think that your opinion is a fact. You think those films ar rubbish. But the business stats are not prooving this. Seagal is the number one DTV movie star, which is a very lucrative business area. He still get 4-5 million dollars for a movie, which answers everything.

This is business, if you want to see art, watch for example Kurosawa or Forman.

Thats right!!!

 

[Purplelotus1]

I've enjpyed many of his films, but the ones I like are not usually the favorites of others. I am puzzled what all the non-fans who don't like his films are doing here.

I will tell you how it is with me. I started off a regular fan, found a site, talked with people on that site, the site shut down, a new site was born and the people from the old site came over to it, myself included, and in this time friendships were established. So Hallarian, it is not just about being a Seagal fan, it is about the people here. I do want to say that being a fan does not mean being blind to what is going on. Peace . PL

 

[Serena]

Steven Seagal Files Lawsuit Against Nu Image and Others
Thursday June 9, 11:27 pm ET

LOS ANGELES, June 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Steven Seagal and Steamroller Productions have filed a complaint in Los Angeles County Superior Court against Avi Lerner's company Nu Image, EFF Independent, and other defendants for fraud, breach of contract and intentional interference with a contract in regards to the feature film 'Mercenary.' The complaint alleges that: "In an effort to harass, cheat and intimidate Seagal, Nu Image, which financed 'Mercenary,' has refused to pay Steven Seagal $835,000 he is owed, despite the fact that he traveled to South Africa and rendered all acting services required under his contract."

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"The lawsuit filed against Steven Seagal by Nu Image and Kill Master Productions on June 6, 2005 is ridiculous and without merit," added Seagal's lawyer Marty Singer. "This was clearly an attempt to preempt my client's suit which Nu Image was aware we were preparing to file. Seagal's attorneys previously notified Nu Image more than a month ago about substantial claims of fraud they had against them.

"Evidence that Nu Image's lawsuit is frivolous is that two days after Nu Image filed its lawsuit, they offered to pay Mr. Seagal $650,000 of the remaining $830,000 he is owed for his performance in 'Mercenary.' Nothing was mentioned at that time about the Nu Image suit, which came as a complete surprise to my client when he learned of it on June 8."

Source: Steamroller Productions

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suzi

Thanks for the next chapter of the soap opera, Suzi.
Now since each side has filed a lawsuit, they will probably cancel each other out.
The end.