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Gérard Depardieu Controversy: New Footage Reveals On-Set​ Behavior

Recent⁤ revelations regarding the⁤ conduct of renowned‌ French actor⁤ Gérard‍ Depardieu have ⁣resurfaced,⁣ sparking renewed debate⁤ and scrutiny. Footage ⁢from the ‍2020 filming of the ‍movie “Umami” has come to light, revealing concerning behavior and⁣ language used by Depardieu ​on set. This follows⁤ previous allegations and legal challenges the actor has faced.

Details of the Newly Released Footage

The ‍footage, initially⁤ captured by the‌ french ⁢television program⁣ Quotidien during filming in June 2020, and recently highlighted on February 4, 2026, by the program “21h Médias,” depicts ⁤Depardieu making sexually suggestive remarks and using vulgar language. Specifically, comments ⁣were directed towards⁤ actress sandrine Bonnaire, who played his⁢ wife in the film. Reportedly, Depardieu made demeaning ⁢and graphic statements, including a comment described as, “Tu l’emmènes et tu la ⁣désosses, comme un petit pied de porc” (You‌ take her and you debone her, like a small ⁢pork foot).

Previous Allegations and Legal Battles

This latest growth is not isolated.⁣ Depardieu has been the subject of numerous accusations of sexual assault and misconduct in recent years.⁣ ‌ In October 2023,⁢ he was formally indicted in France on⁤ charges ⁢of rape and sexual assault, allegations he⁣ vehemently denies​ [1].