I don't know about Universal and the movie industry but I thought the RIAA was only targeting those who uploaded (provided) music files for others to download.
I wouldn't admit to downloading the movie until you talk to a lawyer. Perhaps it will be up to them to prove that you and not someone using your computer without your permission is at fault. I really have no idea, but I would consult an attorney, at least buy an hour of time with one to start.
Also do some searches for Universal and piracy, there must be more people with your problem and you may be able to find out something about how these cases are being handled.
I thought most of the RIAA lawsuits were settled out of court like the following example:
Schoolgirl Settles With RIAA
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Brianna Lahara won't be sharing music files anymore. Less than a day after the recording industry announced its lawsuits, the 12-year-old Manhattan schoolgirl and her mother settled their case for $2,000.
"I am sorry for what I have done," Brianna said in a statement released by the Recording Industry Association of America on Tuesday. "I love music and I don't want to hurt the artists I love."
The RIAA accused Brianna of distributing more than 1,000 copyrighted songs on Kazaa.
The recording industry has sued another 260 individuals for similar offenses. The organization, which represents the five major recording companies -- Universal Music Group, Sony Music, EMI, BMG and Warner Music -- filed its complaints on Monday in federal courts around the country.
The defendants include a working mom, a college football player and a 71-year-old grandpa. In interviews and news reports Tuesday, some expressed frustration about being singled out by the recording industry.
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