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French Prosecutors Seek Rape Charges Against Director Benoît Jacquot

Accusations involve multiple actresses, with incidents allegedly spanning decades; Jacquot denies all claims.

  • French prosecutors have requested charges for rape, sexual assault, and violence against director Benoît Jacquot.
  • Actresses Isild Le Besco and Julia Roy are among the key accusers, citing incidents from their teenage years.
  • Judith Godrèche, who publicly accused Jacquot earlier this year, has not yet seen her allegations lead to charges.
  • Another director, Jacques Doillon, is also under investigation for similar accusations involving Godrèche and others.
  • Both Jacquot and Doillon have denied all allegations and have been released under judicial supervision.
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