Kevin Costner's Horizon Production Company Fires Back in Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Legal fireworks are erupting behind the scenes of Kevin Costner's epic Western saga, 'Horizon: An American Saga,' as his production company, Territory Pictures, vehemently moves to dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit. The legal action, brought by former crew member Laura Moody, has cast a shadow over the highly anticipated film, alleging a hostile work environment and an inadequate response to serious claims.

Moody's lawsuit, filed earlier this year, paints a concerning picture from the 'Horizon' set.

She claims that she was subjected to sexual harassment by fellow crew member Christopher Gehrisch, detailing incidents that she asserts created an uncomfortable and unsafe working environment. Furthermore, Moody alleges that Territory Pictures, despite being made aware of her complaints, failed to take prompt or effective action, ultimately leading to her constructive termination – a situation where an employee is forced to resign due to intolerable working conditions.

However, Costner's legal team and Territory Pictures are not yielding.

In a robust legal counter-offensive, they have filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, arguing that Moody's allegations are riddled with vagueness and lack the specific details required to proceed. Their defense hinges on several key points, challenging the very foundation of Moody's claims. They assert that the lawsuit's broad accusations are insufficient to withstand legal scrutiny and call for its immediate dismissal.

A central tenet of Territory Pictures' defense revolves around the employment status of Laura Moody.

The company's legal representatives contend that Moody was not directly employed by Territory Pictures but rather by Warner Bros., the studio backing the production. This distinction, they argue, potentially shifts the responsibility for workplace conduct and complaint resolution, complicating Moody's ability to sue Territory Pictures directly.

Moreover, Costner's camp adamantly maintains that once the specific allegations against Christopher Gehrisch became publicly known and officially reported, Territory Pictures took .