Depardieu Scandal Rocks French Film Industry and Government

French President Emmanuel Macron has distanced himself from the government's decision to consider stripping actor Gérard Depardieu of his Légion d'honneur following allegations of sexual assault. Macron is reportedly unhappy with the move, viewing it as a knee-jerk reaction to a recently released documentary about Depardieu. The president believes that political figures should not encourage a media-driven justice system and instead prioritize the efficiency of the legal system. Depardieu, who has been charged with rape and faces multiple accusations of sexual harassment or assault, denies the allegations.