French courts may finally be taking years of complaints about sexual violence seriously, advocates and experts say.
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Gérard Depardieu Found Guilty of Sexual Assault
The French actor was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on the set of a movie in which he starred in 2021. He was given a suspended sentence of 18 months.
France’s Parliament Is Set to Debate Changing Rape Law to Include Consent
After dozens of men were convicted of raping a drugged Gisèle Pelicot, lawmakers moved to require that consent be given for sex to be considered consensual.
French Schools Will Finally Teach Sex Education
For 25 years, France has said schools must teach sex ed. Now the government is at last putting a curriculum in place.
Gérard Depardieu Takes the Stand in Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegations
The French actor testified in court for first time against accusations that he groped a co-worker, after years of serious allegations over his behavior.
Gérard Depardieu Trial Begins Over Sexual Assault Allegations
The French actor faces charges in a case involving two women working on the set of a movie in which he starred.
Why Japanese Oscar Contender ‘Black Box Diaries’ Isn’t Being Shown in Japan
Shiori Ito’s searing indictment of Japan’s justice system in handling sexual assault cases is nominated for best documentary feature at Sunday’s Academy Awards.
Why Japanese Oscar Contender ‘Black Box Diaries’ Isn’t Being Shown in Japan
Shiori Ito’s searing indictment of Japan’s justice system in handling sexual assault cases is nominated for best documentary feature at Sunday’s Academy Awards.
Why Japanese Oscar Contender ‘Black Box Diaries’ Isn’t Being Shown in Japan
Shiori Ito’s searing indictment of Japan’s justice system in handling sexual assault cases is nominated for best documentary feature at Sunday’s Academy Awards.
Why Japanese Oscar Contender ‘Black Box Diaries’ Isn’t Being Shown in Japan
Shiori Ito’s searing indictment of Japan’s justice system in handling sexual assault cases is nominated for best documentary feature at Sunday’s Academy Awards.