Gisèle Pélicot Confronts Ex-Husband in French Mass Rape Trial

Pélicot testifies against her ex-husband and 50 others, highlighting systemic issues of rape culture and betrayal.

Gisèle Pélicot has publicly testified in a French court against her ex-husband, Dominique Pélicot, and 50 other men accused of raping her over a decade.
The trial, taking place in Avignon, involves accusations that Dominique Pélicot drugged his wife and invited strangers to assault her, documenting the acts in videos and photos.
Gisèle Pélicot has become a symbol in the fight against sexual violence, choosing to waive her anonymity to shift the blame from victims to perpetrators.
Dominique Pélicot admitted in court to orchestrating the assaults, while many co-defendants claim manipulation by him, with only a few acknowledging their culpability.
The case has sparked protests and discussions across France about rape culture, consent, and the role of pornography in normalizing such crimes.