It was pretty exciting when most of the OG cast and crew of the original The Blair Witch Project was announced as returning as producers on the new sequel. But there was a name missing. Heather Donahue. THE Heather!
But now, in a comment on a Facebook page, Heather has broken her silence and commented on exactly why she isn't involved in the new movie.
There's seems to be some willful confusion about my involvement with the reboot, given the use of my image and the quote above from James Wan. I want to clarify that am not participating.
I was offered an agreement that, for me personally, raised difficult long-term questions about rights, future technological use of identity and voice, the ability to speak freely, and compensation. Ultimately, it just wasn't something felt comfortable signing.
I genuinely wish everyone involved well. But preserving my autonomy mattered more to me.
So it's very much the same reasons that she wasn't involved in the 2016 movie as well. It's unfortunate but I totally get it.
Best wishes to Heather and all her future endeavors!
Source: Dark Nation