French actor Gérard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on the set of the film Les Volets Verts in 2021. A Paris court handed down an 18-month suspended prison sentence on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
The two women, a set decorator and an assistant director, accused Depardieu of groping them during the film's production. The court has also placed Depardieu on the sex offenders list.
Details of the Case
The incidents occurred in 2021 during the filming of Les Volets Verts. The victims, Amélie, a 54-year-old set decorator, and Sarah, a 34-year-old assistant director, testified about the assaults. Amélie stated that Depardieu trapped her between his legs and groped her, while Sarah recounted multiple instances of groping.
Depardieu's lawyer has announced that the actor will appeal the court's decision. The verdict has been described as a significant moment for France's #MeToo movement.