French Actor Gérard Depardieu Convicted Sexual Assault Paris Court

French actor Gérard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two women during the filming of the 2021 movie "Les Volets Verts." A Paris court sentenced him to an 18-month suspended prison term and fined him €29,040, with his name added to the national sex offender registry. The victims, a 54-year-old set dresser and a 34-year-old assistant, detailed multiple incidents of groping and inappropriate behavior on set, which Depardieu denied, claiming innocence and planning to appeal the verdict. The court described the victims' testimonies as consistent and credible while finding Depardieu's defense unconvincing and aggressive. This case is a significant post-#MeToo moment in the French film industry, highlighting how allegations against prominent figures are addressed. Depardieu's lawyer confirmed the intention to challenge the ruling, but the victims and their lawyers view the verdict as a victory for justice.