Gerard Depardieu, a notable French actor, was convicted of sexually assaulting two women during the filming of "Les Volets Verts." A Paris court sentenced him to an 18-month suspended prison term and a fine of 29,040 euros. The case, perceived as crucial in the wake of the #MeToo movement, highlighted societal changes in addressing sexual misconduct in the film industry. Depardieu's lawyer plans to appeal the decision, while a victory for the victims was emphasized, hinting at wider implications for accountability within the film industry.
"Today we hope to see the end of impunity for an artist in the world of cinema. I think that with this decision we can no longer say that he is not a sexual abuser."
"Depardieu, who has denied the accusations, didn't attend the hearing in Paris. Depardieu's lawyer said that his client would appeal the decision."
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