Weinstein faces new accuser

Another actress has accused disgraced film-maker Harvey Weinstein of unwanted advances – and says she belted him ‘‘where it hurt’’.

Monica Potter says she was denied a job in The Cider House Rules after rejecting Weinstein, who is accused of sexual misconduct by dozens of women.

‘‘I lost out on that role because of that hairy pig,’’ Potter said.

The actress, 47, previously hadn’t shared her allegation against Weinstein.

‘‘I didn’t do something, so therefore I missed out on it,’’ Potter said of the role. ‘‘I’m not saying the person who got it did, I’m just saying I didn’t.’’

The actress said she ‘‘flat out belted’’ Weinstein at one point, adding she ‘‘really hit him where it hurt’’.

Potter did not say which role she was in consideration for in the 1999 drama. Charlize Theron played the lead female role of Candy Kendall in the movie.

Weinstein’s representative denied Potter’s allegation in a statement, saying the producer has ‘‘great respect’’ for the actress. – DPA