French Cinema Chief Sentenced to Three Years for Sexual Assault

Dominique Boutonnat steps down as head of the CNC after being convicted of assaulting his godson in 2020.

Boutonnat received a three-year sentence, with two years suspended, and will serve one year under house arrest.
The court found the plaintiff's account more credible, highlighting Boutonnat's influence over his godson.
Despite his conviction, Boutonnat plans to appeal the ruling, maintaining his innocence.
The CNC announced Boutonnat's resignation and the appointment of Olivier Henrard as acting president.
The case has intensified the #MeToo movement within the French film industry, already facing multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.