2021's Mazan rape trial in France reignited debate on consent and rape in classic narratives, particularly "Sleeping Beauty," amidst #MeToo movement.

The Mazan rape trial in France has ignited a debate about the glorification of rape in literature, particularly narratives featuring unconscious women, like "Sleeping Beauty." It highlights how myths and classic stories may perpetuate harmful notions of consent. In the #MeToo era, the trial emphasizes the importance of consent and challenges the male gaze. Women's testimonies call for a reevaluation of these narratives and confront the realities of sexual violence in modern society.

October 15, 2024
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