Seattle, WA – Vili Fualaau, the ex-husband of Mary Kay Letourneau in a highly publicized statutory rape case, has expressed disappointment with a new film inspired by the scandal. The film, “May December,” loosely based on the real-life events of Letourneau, a 34-year-old teacher who victimized her 12-year-old student, Fualaau, in 1996, has stirred controversy.

Fualaau, now 40 and living in the Seattle area, revealed that he was disappointed that the film-makers did not reach out to him for his input on the project. “I’m offended by the entire project and the lack of respect given to me – who lived through a real story and is still living it,” he added.

The similarities between the film and the real-life events of Letourneau and Fualaau are evident, and Fualaau expressed that he would have been willing to work on a film adaptation that incorporated elements from his life. He felt that “May December” did not capture the essence and complications of his real-life events.

The film’s writer and director have distanced themselves from the Letourneau case, but Fualaau remains critical of the lack of consideration for his own experiences. He emphasized that his story is not as simple as portrayed in the movie and expressed a desire to work with writers and directors who can bring depth and nuance to his story.

For Fualaau, the film was just another Hollywood or media production that exploited his life story, without truly understanding the complexities of his experiences. Despite the film’s acclaim, Fualaau remains disappointed with the lack of respect and consideration given to his real-life experiences.

In conclusion, Vili Fualaau’s disappointment with “May December” reflects the ongoing challenge of accurately portraying real-life events in Hollywood. Regardless of the film’s intentions, Fualaau’s real-life experiences deserve a more thoughtful and nuanced portrayal, one that truly captures the complexities of his story without exploitation or oversimplification.