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Source: BroBible
Summary
Chris Hansen, former NBC reporter, was denied entry to a screening of the film Primetime after refusing to sign an NDA. The movie, starring Robert Pattinson as Hansen, is based on a 2007 Esquire article. A24, the film’s distributor, stated the NDA was a standard requirement for preview attendees. Hansen claimed the document asked him to sign away his rights, but sources disputed this. The film is set for release on September 25.
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Author: Evan Null
Chris Hansen’s NDA Drama
Chris Hansen, the man behind To Catch A Predator, was turned away from a screening of Primetime, a movie about his career. He refused to sign an NDA, which A24 called standard. Hansen claimed the agreement was too extreme, but sources say it was routine.
The Film’s Origins
Primetime is based on the 2007 Esquire article “Tonight on Dateline This Man Will Die.” The film stars Robert Pattinson as Hansen and is set for release on September 25. It tells the story of the sting operation that led to the death of assistant district attorney Bill Conradt.
The NDA Controversy
Hansen said the NDA required him to sign away his rights to his name, image, and brand. He claimed it also waived any legal claims against the film. A24 denied this, calling it a standard preview agreement. Sources say Hansen’s version is inaccurate.
Reaction and Backlash
Hansen criticized the film on Fox News, calling it “very dramatic” and questioning Hollywood’s motives. He said he wouldn’t judge the film until he saw it. The film’s trailer has already been released, but Hansen remains skeptical.
The Real Story Behind The Sting
The movie is based on the 2006 sting operation that led to the death of Bill Conradt. The operation involved Dateline, Perverted Justice, and local authorities. The raid on Conradt’s home led to his suicide, and the incident has been widely discussed in media and legal circles.
