Legal Outcome and Response
was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on the set of "Les Volets Verts" in 2021, receiving an 18-month suspended prison sentence and a requirement to register as a sex offender.
Depardieu, who denied the allegations, did not attend the hearing. His lawyer announced intentions to appeal the decision, while figures like and showed support for the actor during the trial.
Testimonies and Public Reaction
The accusers detailed the assaults, with one alleging Depardieu groped her in a corridor and made obscene suggestions. The other plaintiff described similar incidents of groping.
The case, seen as a critical test for France's response to #MeToo, prompted mixed reactions. While some celebrated the verdict as a victory for women, others, including certain cinema figures, expressed support for Depardieu, citing his denial and the appeal plans.