Women on Trial (2026)
Original title: L’Affaire Marie-Claire
Women on Trial is a 2026 French-language history movie directed by Lauriane Escaffre and Yvo Muller, with a running time of 1h 42m. It stars Charlotte Gainsbourg, Cécile de France and Grégory Gadebois.
1972. A landmark trial shakes France as young Marie-Claire is prosecuted for having an illegal abortion with the help of her mother and two other defendants. In a courtroom governed by men, the verdict seems inevitable: prison for the women, while the rapist goes unpunished. Their last hope lies with Gisèle Halimi, a fearless lawyer known for openly challenging patriarchy and confronting the system that condemns victims and lets perpetrators walk free. Alongside the accused, Gisèle will not only change their fate, but, against all odds, transform the condition of women forever
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What is Women on Trial about?
1972. A landmark trial shakes France as young Marie-Claire is prosecuted for having an illegal abortion with the help of her mother and two other defendants. In a courtroom governed by men, the verdict seems inevitable: prison for the women, while the rapist goes unpunished. Their last hope lies with Gisèle Halimi, a fearless lawyer known for openly challenging patriarchy and confronting the system that condemns victims and lets perpetrators walk free. Alongside the accused, Gisèle will not only change their fate, but, against all odds, transform the condition of women forever
When was Women on Trial released?
Women on Trial was released on 4 November 2026.
How long is Women on Trial?
Women on Trial runs 1h 42m.
Who made Women on Trial?
Women on Trial was directed by Lauriane Escaffre and Yvo Muller.