""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.""
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.
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