Gilles Lellouche took to his Instagram account on Monday, May 25th, to address the controversy sparked at the Cannes Film Festival. The actor, who portrays Jean Moulin in director Laszlo Nemes' film, had dodged a question deemed biased towards the National Rally and La France Insoumise during the press conference on May 18th. His silence provoked a wave of criticism and insults on social media, with some accusing him of being sympathetic to the far right.
A clarification on Instagram
In his message, Gilles Lellouche denounces the violence of the attacks he has suffered and the insulting shortcuts to which he has been subjected. He states unequivocally that he has "never supported and will never support a party that preaches hatred." The actor reminds everyone that he portrays one of the major figures of the French Resistance, a role that testifies to his commitment against the values espoused by extremists. He regrets that his decision not to answer a politically biased question could have been misinterpreted in this way.
A controversy that began in Cannes
The controversy escalated after the Cannes premiere of the film about Jean Moulin. Several internet users and commentators criticized the actor for not clearly condemning the National Rally (RN) during the press conference. Gilles Lellouche has now set the record straight and publicly reaffirmed his opposition to the party, while also deploring the climate of harassment he has faced in recent days.
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