Gérard Depardieu Found Guilty of Sexual Assault
French movie star Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a movie set, given an 18-month suspended prison sentence. He denies the accusations and plans to appeal the decision.
Key Points
- Gérard Depardieu given an 18-month suspended prison sentence for sexually assaulting two women on a movie set
- He plans to appeal the decision and denies the accusations
- The case was seen as a key post-#MeToo test for French society and its film industry
Pros
- Justice served for the victims
- Increased awareness of sexual misconduct in the film industry
Cons
- Depardieu denies the accusations
- Ongoing legal proceedings for other allegations