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Judith Godrèche Publishes Book-Length Testimony on Alleged Abuse

The 200-page account presents documentary material she calls “pieces of evidence” following her complaints against Benoît Jacquot and Jacques Doillon.

Overview

  • Prière de remettre en ordre avant de quitter les lieux, released January 9 by Seuil, mixes short chapters with photos, drawings, press clippings and schoolwork to anchor the narrative in verifiable material.
  • Godrèche previously filed complaints alleging rape of a minor against Benoît Jacquot and accused Jacques Doillon of sexual assault, accusations both filmmakers have contested.
  • She says her public stance against sexual violence has led to professional fallout, including being blacklisted and losing acting offers, though she cites support from Caroline Champetier and Claire Denis.
  • Her new book follows sustained activism that included a 2024 César ceremony speech and earlier efforts urging a Senate inquiry into abuses in the film industry, alongside recent creative work shown at Cannes.
  • In November, she reported filing a police complaint after threatening graffiti targeting her and her daughter was found on her building.