The comic book story was scheduled to start filming later this year
The project is the first major studio film with a LGBTQ lead since 'Love, Simon'
The director will still earn an estimated $40 million from the film
The spooky figure became an unexpected meme
Star-studded satire features haunted paintings come to life
The cis-gender actor is known for his work in 'Star Wars'
'Pose,' The Favorite,' 'Love, Simon' and more honored for LGBT-inclusivity
The media watchdog organization says it puts assault survivors first
The 'A Star is Born' actress also reflects on her nomination
The gay director faced multiple sexual misconduct lawsuits