Robert De Niro is accused of violence and discrimination

Robert De Niro's former assistant is asking the actor for $12m in compensation, accusing him of “gender discrimination and harassment that has lasted for years”.

Graham Chase Robinson claims that film star “Raging Bull”, “Godarra” and “Taxi Drive” was attacked literally, with unwanted physical contact and sexual comments.

In response, De Niro's lawyer called such claims “absurde”.