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Julia Roberts' New Film Sparks Controversy Over False Accusations

10/17/2025

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Julia Roberts, actress, stars in After the Hunt, directed by Luca Guadagnino, a film about loyalty and morality in academia.
Roberts plays Alma, a Yale professor, who faces turmoil when her student Maggie (Ayo Edebiri) accuses a colleague of sexual assault.
The film has sparked debate, with some critics labeling it anti-feminist for its portrayal of false accusations.
The film is set for nationwide release on October 17, 2025.

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Story summary

Julia Roberts, actress, stars in After the Hunt, directed by Luca Guadagnino, a film about loyalty and morality in academia.
Roberts plays Alma, a Yale professor, who faces turmoil when her student Maggie (Ayo Edebiri) accuses a colleague of sexual assault.
The film has sparked debate, with some critics labeling it anti-feminist for its portrayal of false accusations.
The film is set for nationwide release on October 17, 2025.