Facing the Music: Gérard Depardieu's High-Stakes Sexual Misconduct Trial
Criminal proceedings initiated against Gerard Depardieu.
Let's get real - French acting legendary, Gérard Depardieu, is facing some hot water. This time, it ain't just rumors - a trial, set to kick off on Monday, could change the game. And boy, does Depardieu have a fighter by his side!
The trial, originally postponed for health reasons, is brewing up a storm. Depardieu's attorney, known for his blunt style, is no stranger to the limelight. The two-day event goes down at the Paris criminal court. If he's found guilty, Depardieu could face jail time or a hefty fine, according to the Paris prosecutor's office.
MeToo Moment: Two ladies allege that ol' Gérard got handsy during the filming of "Les volets verts" (The Green Window Shutters) in 2021, without their consent. The first plaintiff, a decorator, claims Depardieu cornered her, groped her, and made lewd remarks. She filed a complaint for sexual misconduct, harassment, and sexist slurs back in 2024. The second plaintiff, a production assistant, also points the finger at Depardieu for unwanted touching. She had previously accused him of stalking. The lady filed a complaint against him in March 2024.
Sick Leave: The trial was pushed back due to Depardieu's medical issues. This time, he had to cough up those doctor's notes. Each trial day won't exceed six hours, with 15-minute breaks to keep things manageable.
Depardieu has got the big guns on his side. Famous criminal lawyer, Jérémie Assous, will be defending him. Known for his fiery style, Assous made headlines in France with some show-stopping cases. You'll recall he also nabbed the postponement of the trial back in 2024.
Additional Details: Besides the ongoing trial, there are allegations that depict Depardieu as a tax fraudster. He's a familiar face on the silver screen, having starred in over 200 films, including "Cyrano de Bergerac" and "Asterix and Obelix." He denies these claims, and his lawyer argues that the accusations are all fabricated with no direct witnesses to back them up. This isn't the first time Depardieu has been accused of sexual misconduct. Back in 2018, actress Charlotte Arnould filed a lawsuit. Investigations in this case began in 2020, with Arnould accusing the actor of assaulting her twice.
Source: ntv.de, gho/dpa
- Sexual Harassment
- Sexual Abuse
- Gérard Depardieu
- Courts
- Clash of Lawyers
[1] https://www.infobae.com/tendencias/2022/04/18/gerard-depardieu-se-acusa-de-agresiones-sexuales-en-francia/[2] https://www.bbc.com/mundo/noticias-america-latina-61409288
- Despite his lawyer's efforts, Gérard Depardieu's employment policy may be under scrutiny in the Paris criminal court as he faces charges for sexual misconduct, harassment, and sexist slurs, alleged by two women in the filming of "Les volets verts" in 2021.
- If found guilty, Gérard Depardieu could face jail time or a hefty fine, as per the Paris prosecutor's office, a potential blow to his illustrious community policy and employment in the film industry.
- On the other hand, Depardieu's attorney, Jérémie Assous, known for his fiery style, will argue that the accusations are fabricated with no direct witnesses to back them up, a significant clash of legal strategies in the 2024 trial.
