Gerard Depardieu's Conviction: A Cultural Shift in France's #MeToo Movement

A Paris court found actor Gerard Depardieu guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a film set, handing him an 18-month suspended sentence. The judge criticized Depardieu for not recognizing the traumatic impact of his actions.

This high-profile #MeToo case brought significant attention to sexual violence in France. Despite Depardieu's denial of wrongdoing and plans to appeal, the verdict represents a pivotal moment for the #MeToo movement's influence in the country.

The trial underscored a generational divide over sexism and highlighted the changing attitudes towards how women are treated in the French movie industry. Women's rights campaigners view the verdict as a significant step forward in addressing sexual violence.

(With inputs from agencies.)