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A few days before the Goya Awards, accusations of sexual abuse have been made against film directors Carlos Vermut and Armando Ravelo, by several workers in the Spanish film industry. First of all, the case of Vermut, known for his work in films such as "Manticore" and "Magic Girl," was announced. The complaint arose from an investigation carried out by the newspaper El País, which focused on events that occurred between 2014 and 2022, and involves a film student, an employee of one of its productions and another worker in the cultural sector. The three complainants, who have not yet filed a formal complaint with the police for fear of social stigma or losing their jobs, claimed to have suffered "sexual violence." For his part, Vermut admitted having had sexual relations with these women, but assured that they were always consensual.
The revelation of this investigation Canada Phone Number List has shocked Spanish public opinion, generating condemnation from various organizations in the sector, producers, filmmakers, actresses, actors and other associations. Likewise, the Spanish Government, through the second vice president Yolanda Díaz, expressed solidarity with the victims and demanded an end to "sexist violence." On the other hand, the Spanish Film Academy also joined the messages of solidarity and made clear its commitment to making the fight against abuses in the sector visible during the next Goya Awards gala, which will take place on December 10. February. In parallel, the Canarian director Armando Ravelo was accused this Monday by the actress Koset Quintana of having incited her to have sexual relations after offering her pornographic material and drugs when she was only fourteen years old.
Faced with these accusations, Ravelo announced his retirement from cinema and public life, recognizing the veracity of the complaints against him, although he claimed not to have committed any crime due to his ignorance about the age of the complainant. The filmmaker admitted his "reprehensible" behavior and understands that his actions are denounced by the victim. Furthermore, he stated that nowadays it is necessary for men to review their behaviors and assume the consequences. For this reason, he has decided to permanently retire from his profession and from life as he knew it before. In conclusion, these cases of sexual abuse by directors Carlos Vermut and Armando Ravelo have generated a significant stir in the Spanish film industry. The complaints have been supported by various organizations and have led to reflection on the need to put an end to any form of abuse against women.
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