Gérard Depardieu Faces Court in Sexual Assault Trial Over 2021 Film Allegations

The French actor denies accusations of sexual misconduct against two women during the filming of 'Les Volets verts,' as new claims surface.

Gérard Depardieu is on trial in Paris for alleged sexual assaults on two women during the 2021 production of the film 'Les Volets verts.'
The trial, initially scheduled for October 2024, was delayed to March 2025 due to Depardieu's health issues, marking his first court appearance for such allegations.
Depardieu denies the charges, claiming the accusations are false, while his legal team argues the preliminary investigation was rushed and unfair.
Three additional women recently accused Depardieu of sexual misconduct, adding to over 20 allegations spanning decades, including a reopened 2018 rape case.
The trial has reignited broader conversations about power dynamics and accountability in the entertainment industry, reflecting ongoing cultural shifts inspired by the #MeToo movement.