French actor Gerard Depardieu has once again found himself in hot water as he was detained by police for questioning regarding two accusations of sexual assault. This comes after Depardieu was charged with rape in 2020 and was forced to put his career on hold last autumn.
The allegations come from two women who claim that Depardieu assaulted them on film sets in 2021 and 2014. The first woman accuses Depardieu of groping her on the set of “The Green Shutters” in 2022, while the second woman alleges that Depardieu groped her on the set of “Le Magician et le Siamois” in 2015.
Depardieu has denied all allegations, including the previous rape charge and assault claims from more than a dozen women. Spanish journalist Ruth Baza has also filed a criminal complaint against Depardieu for an alleged rape that took place in 1995.
In addition to the sexual assault allegations, Depardieu’s behavior has been called into question, including making obscene comments, urinating in public, and socializing with controversial leaders. These accusations have led to a split in public opinion within the French cinema industry, with some calling for reforms to address sexism and sexual abuse.
President Macron has defended Depardieu’s innocence until proven guilty, sparking controversy in the wake of the #MeToo movement. Actress Judith Godreche has also spoken out against sexual violence in the French cinema industry and has called for industry-wide reforms.
As the investigation into Depardieu’s alleged sexual assaults continues, the French cinema industry is facing a reckoning with its treatment of women and the handling of misconduct allegations. The future of Depardieu’s career remains uncertain as the #MeToo movement continues to gain momentum in France.
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