The Cannes Film Festival barred French actor Theo Navarro-Mussy from attending the premiere of the competition entry "Case 137," in what's believed to be a first for the festival in the MeToo era.
Festival director Thierry Fremaux confirmed to the French magazine Telerama that Navarro-Mussy would not be allowed to attend the red carpet premiere of "Case 137" "Dossier 137" in France on Thursday night at Cannes. He has a supporting role in the film.
Telerama reported that Navarro-Mussy was accused of rape by three former partners in 2018, 2019 and 2020. The case was dropped last month due to lack of evidence, but Telerama reported the three woman plan to appeal.
"It is because there is an appeal, and therefore the investigation is still active, that the case is not suspended," Fremaux told the French magazine. "When a legal decision becomes final, the situation changes."
Representatives for Navarro-Mussy didn't immediately respond to requests for comment. Representatives for the Cannes Film Festival referred inquires to Fremaux's comments to Telerama.