Godrèche had previously accused Doillon of sexual assault, claiming he inappropriately touched her during film auditions in 1989 when she was just 15 years old.

In July 2024, both Doillon and Jacquot were questioned by the Brigade for the Protection of Minors as part of an investigation initiated by the Paris prosecutor's office regarding serious allegations, including rape and sexual assault involving minors.

Doillon's lawyer, Me Marie Dosé, has criticized the handling of the case, emphasizing the need to uphold the presumption of innocence and arguing that the age of the allegations should have influenced the investigation's approach.

Earlier in February 2024, Godrèche publicly criticized Doillon on social media, implying misconduct in response to an article suggesting he specializes in working with children.

On November 19, 2024, actress Judith Godrèche announced that she received a 'preliminary notice of indictment' for defamation following a complaint filed by filmmaker Jacques Doillon.

Her allegations against Doillon and director Benoît Jacquot have positioned her as a significant figure in the #MeToo movement within French cinema.

Godrèche expressed her distress on Instagram about being indicted for defamation related to her alleged aggressor's complaint, while also dealing with personal issues.

At 52 years old, Godrèche continues to advocate for victims of sexual violence in the film industry, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by survivors.

Despite her own complaint being time-barred, Godrèche noted that Doillon's defamation claim against her is still valid, underscoring the gravity of the situation.

The indictment for defamation is a standard legal procedure that follows the filing of such a complaint.

Godrèche's allegations have sparked renewed discussions around the #MeToo movement in French cinema, as she continues to confront her past experiences of abuse.

Doillon, previously indicted in July 2024 for sexual assault against actresses Julia Roy and Isild Le Besco, filed the defamation lawsuit against Godrèche after her allegations.