Gérard Depardieu Faces Trial for Sexual Assault Allegations from 2021 Film Set

The French actor stands accused of sexual misconduct by two women during the filming of 'Les Volets Verts,' marking a critical moment in France's post-#MeToo accountability movement.

The trial begins on March 24, 2025, with Gérard Depardieu facing charges of sexual assault, harassment, and sexist offenses against two women during the 2021 filming of 'Les Volets Verts.'
One accuser alleges Depardieu forcibly grabbed her, groped her, and made obscene remarks, while the other describes repeated inappropriate touching on set and in public.
Depardieu denies all allegations, claiming they are false and part of a campaign to tarnish his reputation; his defense argues there is no credible evidence for the claims.
The trial highlights systemic issues of complicity within the French film industry and broader societal resistance to addressing sexual misconduct by powerful figures.
If convicted, Depardieu faces up to five years in prison and a €75,000 fine, with additional allegations from over 20 women still under investigation.