Judith Godrèche Faces Defamation Charges Amidst Sexual Assault Accusations

The French actress accuses director Jacques Doillon of historical sexual abuse, leading to a legal battle over defamation.

Judith Godrèche has been automatically placed under investigation for defamation following a complaint by Jacques Doillon, whom she accuses of sexual assault when she was a minor.
Godrèche's allegations against Doillon date back to 1989, claiming he abused her during a film audition when she was 15 years old.
The defamation charge stems from Godrèche's public comments on Instagram, where she accused Doillon of inappropriate conduct with minors.
Doillon's lawyer argues that the accusations are baseless due to the statute of limitations and insists on his presumption of innocence.
The case highlights broader issues within the French film industry, echoing the #MeToo movement's impact on exposing historical abuses.