How Harvey Weinstein’s accusers are fighting their way back to the top

Weinstein reportedly tried to destroy the careers of women he allegedly abused – now they’re getting new chancesThis month at the Oscars, Annabella Sciorra stood onstage, arms stiff at her sides, and exhaled.

“It’s nice to see you all again – it’s been awhile,” she said, the words tumbling out in a rush.

The last part was an understatement.

The Academy Awards were Sciorra’s first major Hollywood appearance since alleging that Harvey Weinstein raped her in the early 90s.

But really, she’d been out of the spotlight for decades, the bright star of Jungle Fever and The Hand That Rocks the Cradle mysteriously snuffed out.Related: ‘You’ll never work again’: women tell how sexual harassment broke their careers

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