
“We have to put an end to the genius excuse! “. For MP Erwan Balanant (Finistère, Les Démocrates), who chaired in 2024 and 2025 the parliamentary commission of inquiry into violence in cinema, audiovisual, performing arts, fashion and advertising, the indictment of Patrick Bruel for rape or sexual assault on four complainants, is indicative of the impunity that has long prevailed in the cultural world.
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