Sexual Assault in the French Film Industry
Filmmaker Christophe Ruggia was found guilty of sexual assault on French actor Adèle Haenel when she was between 12 and 15 in the early 2000s. Haenel accused Ruggia of inappropriate touching during the filming of 'Les Diables.' Ruggia was sentenced to two years under house arrest and a two-year suspended sentence. Haenel has been vocal about the issue of sexual abuse in French filmmaking.
Key Points
- Christophe Ruggia found guilty of sexual assault on Adèle Haenel
- Adèle Haenel accused Ruggia of inappropriate behavior during 'Les Diables' filming
- Haenel has been an advocate for addressing sexual abuse in French filmmaking
Pros
- Justice served for Adèle Haenel
- Increased awareness of sexual abuse in the film industry
Cons
- Victims of other alleged abusers may not see justice