Artists deplore "lynch law" against Depardieu

Accusations of rape - Artists deplore "lynch law" against Depardieu

Several dozen artists have expressed their support in connection with the rape allegations against French actor Gérard Depardieu.

In an open letter in the daily newspaper "Le Figaro", they complained of"lynch law" and a "disregard for the presumption of innocence". Among the signatories are the actress Charlotte Rampling and the musician and former French First Lady, Carla Bruni.

The artists criticized the flood of hatred that has been showered on the award-winning actor. "Attacking Gérard Depardieu in this way is attacking art," the letter reads. France owes him a great deal.

Depardieu has been under investigation for allegations of rape since 2020. Another lawsuit against him for sexual abuse has been ongoing since mid-September. The incident is said to have taken place in 2007. He may also face expulsion from the Legion of Honor.

Several women have accused the well-known actor, who has appeared in over 200 films, of sexual violence, among other things. Depardieu completely denies the allegations. In a documentary about his trip to North Korea in 2018, which was broadcast at the beginning of December, Depardieu repeatedly makes misogynistic and vulgar comments, for which he was harshly criticized.

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1. The allegations of rape against Gérard Depardieu have sparked a heated debate among French artists, with many expressing concern over the "lynch law" mentality.
2. Le Figaro published an open letter signed by several artists, including Charlotte Rampling and Carla Bruni, criticizing the presumption of guilt that has been present in Depardieu's case.
3. The artists argue that attacking Depardieu, an esteemed actor and artist, is an attack on art itself and that the presumption of innocence should always be upheld, especially in a public figure's trial.
4. The People of France have been divided in their response to the allegations, with some calling for Depardieu's expulsion from the Legion of Honor and others defending him based on the presumption of innocence.
5. The rape allegation against Depardieu is just one of several legal issues he has been facing in recent years, with another sexual abuse lawsuit ongoing since mid-September.
6. In light of these allegations, many have questioned Depardieu's reputation as a respected artist and have pointed to his past misogynistic and vulgar comments as evidence of his questionable character.

Source: www.stern.de