Disgraced French director Christophe Ruggia faces up to 5 years in prison for sexually assaulting rising star Adele Haenel when she was a minor
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Prosecutors in Paris are seeking a harsh 5-year sentence for Ruggia, known for the Cannes-winning film 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire', as a strong message against abuse in the industry
Haenel, the acclaimed lead of 'Portrait' and 'BPM', bravely came forward with her story, helping shine a light on the persistent problem of predatory behavior towards young actors in France
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Christophe Ruggia, Adele Haenel, Cannes, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, BPM
Disgraced French director Christophe Ruggia faces up to 5 years in prison for sexually assaulting rising star Adele Haenel when she was a minor
beat sheet
Prosecutors in Paris are seeking a harsh 5-year sentence for Ruggia, known for the Cannes-winning film 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire', as a strong message against abuse in the industry
Haenel, the acclaimed lead of 'Portrait' and 'BPM', bravely came forward with her story, helping shine a light on the persistent problem of predatory behavior towards young actors in France
call sheet
Christophe Ruggia, Adele Haenel, Cannes, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, BPM