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Producer Sues Sony for $48 Million Over 'Crossroads' Profits

10/10/2025

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Ann Carli, producer of 2002 film Crossroads, sues Sony for unpaid profits.
She says she originated concept for Britney Spears and signed a $300,000 contract plus 10% of net profits.
Carli alleges no profit statements for over 20 years; she sues Sony for breach of contract and fraud, seeking at least $12 million in profits and $36 million in damages.

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Ann Carli, producer of 2002 film Crossroads, sues Sony for unpaid profits.
She says she originated concept for Britney Spears and signed a $300,000 contract plus 10% of net profits.
Carli alleges no profit statements for over 20 years; she sues Sony for breach of contract and fraud, seeking at least $12 million in profits and $36 million in damages.