Child actors are often exploited in the film industry.
They may be forced to work long hours, miss school, and be exposed to harmful working conditions.
They may also be subjected to sexual harassment and abuse.
There are a number of reasons why child actors are vulnerable to exploitation.
They are often young and inexperienced, and they may not have the same rights as adult actors.
They may also be from disadvantaged backgrounds, and
they may be more likely to be taken advantage of by unscrupulous people.
Here are some examples of how child actors have been exploited in the film industry:
In 2019,
it was revealed that Dan Schneider, a producer for several Nickelodeon shows,
had been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple child actors.
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