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242. French History on Film

The Rest Is History

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Cultural Controversy Surrounding Film Adaptation

This chapter explores the adaptation of Robert Harris's novel into a film by a controversial director, examining how personal scandals influence public perception and media promotion. It also addresses the shifting cultural attitudes in France regarding consent and sexual misconduct, drawing parallels to historical events like the Dreyfus affair.

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