According to reports, American actress Q’orianka Kilcher has filed a lawsuit against director James Cameron and Disney, accusing him of using her facial features without authorization in the Na'vi princess Neytiri created in the "Avatar" series.
According to the charging documents, she claimed that when developing the character's image, the producers borrowed her facial features without her consent, including the shape of her lips, jawline and overall appearance. The plaintiffs are seeking financial damages, a share of the series' box office profits, and official recognition that their image has been used.
The indictment emphasizes that the resemblance between her and Neytiri is not accidental, but the direct result of the use of her image.
As of now, representatives from James Cameron and Disney have not publicly responded to the matter. The case is pending in court. The "Avatar" series is one of the highest-grossing works in film history, and any legal disputes surrounding its creation are closely watched by the industry.