Trial of French actor Gerard Depardieu over sex assault charges to begin

Gérard Depardieu is a French actor, producer, and director known for his diversity of roles and success in the film industry.
The French actor, 75, is accused of attacking two women while filming the movie Les Volets Verts in 2021.
Gerard Depardieu is set to appear in Paris today on charges of raping two women – but the French film star will not be coming to court due to ill health, it was confirmed yesterday.
One of France’s most known actors has appeared in over 200 films. He allegedly sexually assaulted the two women while shooting for Les Volets Verts, a movie in 2021.
Depardieu has denied the charges by stating that he never “abused a woman.” There are a group of actors and directors who have taken his side.
It marks a huge moment for the growing Me Too movement in France.
He could face a maximum term of five years in prison if he is convicted; however, in practice, he would probably receive a suspended sentence along with a heavy fine.
He denied the charges and said he never “abused a woman.” Voices of support came from the mouth of a group of actors and directors.
He will face five years if found guilty, though that would more likely be with some of that in a suspended
sentence and with an enhanced fine.
The court will sit but the cross examination of the defendant and the verdict will be postponed to another date.
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