Catherine Deneuve (plays Jeanne's well-meaning but oblivious mother).
She claims they slashed her clothes and drew swastikas on her body. The report ignites a political and media firestorm, reaching the highest levels of the French government before it is revealed that Jeanne fabricated the entire event and self-inflicted her wounds. ⚖️ Real-Life Inspiration La fille du RER
(English title: The Girl on the Train ) is a 2009 French drama film directed by André Téchiné. It is based on a notorious real-life "cry wolf" incident from 2004 that sparked a national debate about antisemitism and media sensationalism in France. 🎥 Plot Summary La fille du RER
In July 2004, Leblanc claimed she was attacked on a train while carrying a stroller. La fille du RER