July 5th 2024.
Attention all readers! It seems that there is some drama unfolding in the world of cinema. A court has recently rejected a request for Netflix to remove the popular film Under Paris, directed by Xavier Gens, amid an ongoing plagiarism case. This shark thriller has captured the attention of viewers worldwide and has become the most-watched French language film on the streaming platform.
The synopsis of the film tells the story of a grieving scientist who is forced to confront her past when a giant shark appears in the Seine river, threatening to cause an international bloodbath. This high-octane thriller has taken the streaming world by storm, with many viewers expressing their surprise at how good it is. However, not everyone is pleased with its success.
Writer and director Vincent Dietschy has launched a case against Under Paris, claiming that the film is a product of "parasitism". What does this mean, you may ask? Well, according to France's Civil Code, parasitism is when one party benefits from another's efforts and knowledge without their permission or compensation. Dietschy alleges that the film was developed without his knowledge, based on an original idea he registered in 2011 called Silure.
The court case has caused quite a stir, as Dietschy has sued the lead producers and a top talent agent, accusing them of gaining knowledge of his project when he was seeking partners in 2014. The producers have denied these accusations, stating that they had never heard of Silure until last year when they received a formal notice from Dietschy's counsel. They stand by the originality of their project and intend to defend themselves in court.
Despite Dietschy's attempts to have the film taken off the platform, the Paris court has denied his request. This decision was made after it was discovered that the paperwork incorrectly named Netflix's French branch instead of its Netherlands-based parent company. Dietschy's lawyer, Maître Héloïse de Castelnau, has stated that this will be a long and complicated case, involving an in-depth analysis of contracts and paperwork. A judgement is not expected for at least a year.
In response to these developments, The Agency has reached out to Netflix for comment. We will keep you updated as this story unfolds. And if you have any insider information or juicy gossip, please do not hesitate to contact us. We love a good celebrity story! You can reach us by email, phone, or by visiting our Submit Stuff page. Thank you for reading and stay tuned for more updates on this intriguing case.
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