The sensational trial of 50 men accused of raping an unwitting and unconscious French woman who was repeatedly drugged by her husband has exposed what critics say is a dark rape culture in the country.

France may introduce changes to its rape law to include consent for the first time, after a mass rape trial shook the country, challenging the limits of existing legislation and prompting some leading politicians to call for change.

Gisèle Pelicot takes the stand in the trial in which her ex-husband is accused of drugging her and inviting dozens of men to rape her.

Gisele Pelicot, whose ex-husband and dozens of other men are on trial in France accused of raping her, said Wednesday she was "broken" by her ordeal, but also "determined" to

The case has horrified the country, prompting solidarity marches and calls by feminist campaigners to expand the law on rape.

Gisele Pelicot, whose ex-husband is on trial along with dozens of other men accused of raping her, told a court she has been "broken" by her ordeal and wants change. Coverage of the trial may lead to changes in the law.