France’s Cesar Academy has adopted a zero-tolerance policy against sexual and physical violence, with members accused of such crimes disenfranchised during the legal process and disfellowshipped upon final conviction. This follows controversies including the 2020 crowning of Roman Polanski and the nomination of Sofiane Bennacer despite recent allegations. The Academy has adopted a new charter to combat violence and pledged further reforms to prevent recurrence.

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