Cannes Film Festival 2024 prepares for potential MeToo bombshells
While the festival lacks an official protocol for handling sexual harassment accusations, it may consider removing films from competition or disinviting accused individuals from the red carpet
The Cannes Film Festival faces an undercurrent of tension this year as the industry braces for potential bombshell MeToo allegations. The 77th edition of the French film festival will open tomorrow against the backdrop of global unrest, with protests, war, and a burgeoning #MeToo movement in France setting the stage for what’s to come.
Leading the charge is French director and actor Judith Godrèche, who earlier this year came forward with accusations against filmmakers Benoît Jacquot and Jacques Doillon, alleging that they sexually assaulted her during her teenage years. The allegations, vehemently denied by both Jacquot and Doillon, have sent shockwaves through the industry, sparking conversations about systemic abuse and the need for accountability.
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