Bastien Vivès Releases Satirical Comic Amid Ongoing Controversy

The French author addresses accusations of promoting pedopornography with a new comic book, as legal proceedings loom.

• The new comic, 'La Vérité sur l'affaire Vivès,' uses satire to tackle the controversies surrounding Vivès since 2022.
• Legal investigations are ongoing, with Vivès facing potential charges for 'diffusion of pedopornographic images.'
• The controversy began when the Angoulême Comics Festival canceled his exhibition due to threats and public outcry.
• Vivès's previous works, including 'Petit Paul,' have been criticized by child protection groups for their content.
• Despite the backlash, Vivès co-founded Charlotte Éditions to publish his work and maintain creative freedom.

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