French actor Gérard Depardieu is facing a potential 18-month suspended prison sentence and a €20,000 fine after prosecutors requested this sentence in his sexual assault trial. The charges stem from accusations made by two women during the filming of 'Les Volets Verts' in 2021, who allege that Depardieu sexually assaulted them. The prosecution has highlighted the consistency of the victims' accounts and their vulnerable positions relative to Depardieu within the French film industry. The actor has denied the accusations, and his defense team is presenting closing arguments. The court will deliberate following the defense's arguments. If convicted and he re-offends within three years, Depardieu would be required to serve the 18-month sentence. The trial reflects a broader reckoning within the French film industry regarding sexual violence and accountability for influential figures.
Gérard Depardieu Faces Possible Suspended Sentence in Sexual Assault Trial
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