Cancel Depardieu? French Cinema Split Over Film Icon
The case of actor Gerard Depardieu, charged with rape and facing other accusations of sexual assault, has exposed a major split in French cinema, extending into politics and wider society.
Mickey Mouse Horror Films Announced As Disney Copyright Expires
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'Wonka' Back Atop N.America Box Office In A Weak Film Year
Fantasy musical "Wonka" bounced back to the top of the North American box office this New Year's weekend as an otherwise pallid film year came to an end, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.
'Rude And Inappropriate': Sophie Marceau Remembers Depardieu
Sophie Marceau, one of France's best-loved actors, said in an interview published Thursday that film icon Gerard Depardieu, accused of rape, was "rude and inappropriate" when they worked together, and targeted women with low-level jobs on set, not the stars.
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Macron Under Fire For Remarks Defending Film Icon Depardieu
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Macron Says French Film Star Depardieu Target Of A 'Manhunt'
French President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday French film icon Gerard Depardieu, accused of rape, had become the target of a "manhunt" as the actor faces fresh scrutiny over sexist comments.
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Polish State Media Bosses Sacked, Populists Occupy TV Buildings
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Murderers, Kidnappers Sell Art From Pakistani Prison
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Controversial African Mask Sale Cleared By French Court
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Music Gives Gaza Children Respite From Horrors Of War
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At Stockholm Auction, Vintage Ikea Goes High-end
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German Cultural Events Axed As Gaza War Tensions Spike
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Marvel Drops Actor Jonathan Majors After Assault Conviction
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Greek Museum Hands Over Reins To Women Artists
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Depardieu Family Denounces 'Conspiracy' Against French Film Icon
The family of Gerard Depardieu denounced Sunday an "unprecedented conspiracy" against the French film star, who was charged with rape in 2020 and is facing new scrutiny over sexist comments.
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'Fall Of The Ogre': Depardieu Sparks #MeToo Moment In French Cinema
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'Barbenheimer' Tipped To Dominate Revamped Golden Globes Nominations
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