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The Weinstein Co. on Friday denied reports that it was up for sale or being dismantled in the wake of its co-founder Harvey Weinstein’s escalating sexual-assault scandal. “Our banks, partners and shareholders are fully supportive of our company and it is untrue that the company or board is exploring a sale or shutdown of the company,” Bob Weinstein said in a statement. He emphasize that the company plans to continue as with several projects: “Polaroid is moving forward as planned with a release date of November 22 followed by Paddington 2 on January 12. The first Paddington grossed over $75 million and we expect even greater success for Paddington 2. Test screening scores are through the roof,” he boasted. “Business is continuing as usual as the company moves ahead.”