How Cannes works, from the standing ovations to the juries to the Palm Dog
7 months, 1 week ago

How Cannes works, from the standing ovations to the juries to the Palm Dog

Associated Press  

CANNES, France — The Cannes Film Festival is hallowed ground in cinema but understanding its unique landscape can be confounding. Jury president Greta Gerwig enters the opening ceremony of the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Bayona, Eva Green, and Pierfrancesco Favino upon arrival at the awards ceremony and the premiere of the film ‘The Second Act’ during the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 14, 2024. The Palme d’Or is displayed at the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Messi the dog poses for photographers upon arrival at the awards ceremony and the premiere of the film 'The Second Act' during the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

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CANNES PHOTOS: See the standout moments from this year’s film festival
6 months, 4 weeks ago

CANNES PHOTOS: See the standout moments from this year’s film festival

Associated Press  

CANNES, France — The Cannes Film Festival draws glamour to itself like a moth to the flame. Heidi Klum poses for photographers upon arrival at the awards ceremony and the premiere of the film ‘The Second Act’ during the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Cate Blanchett poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere …

Cannes 2024: A Palme d’Or contender after 30 years and more, making this an incredible year for Indian indie cinema
7 months ago

Cannes 2024: A Palme d’Or contender after 30 years and more, making this an incredible year for Indian indie cinema

The Hindu  

In terms of cinema, and cinema alone, India is making the kind of splash at Cannes 2024 that it has never done before. “The Indian presence is extremely strong this year,” said Cannes deputy artistic director Christian Jeune at the start of the festival. They are making a strong comeback to Cannes,” the festival’s artistic director Thierry Frémaux had said …

Cannes Film Festival: 10 trivia facts about the French Riviera that you might have never known of
7 months ago

Cannes Film Festival: 10 trivia facts about the French Riviera that you might have never known of

Hindustan Times  

The 77th edition of Cannes Film Festival continues to make buzz for an incredible lineup of films being screened there, and celebrities from India and international film industries turning up in full attendance. We put together some interesting trivia facts about the coveted red carpet, the iconic venue and a lot more: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at Cannes Film Festival 2024 …

Festival de Cannes | Universal cinema
7 months ago

Festival de Cannes | Universal cinema

The Hindu  

The world of cinema finds itself revolving around the Palais de Festivals hall in the quiet French Rivera city of Cannes every May when the Festival de Cannes opens its curtains. The brainchild of French writer and art critic Philippe Erlanger, the festival first took shape in 1939 in the months leading up to the outbreak of the Second World …

How Cannes works, from the standing ovations to the juries to the Palm Dog
7 months, 1 week ago

How Cannes works, from the standing ovations to the juries to the Palm Dog

New Indian Express  

WHAT IS IT LIKE ON THE GROUND? This is where the red carpet runs in Cannes, nightly hosting two or three world premieres beneath a glass canopy flanked by rows of photographers. The press conferences can be atypically newsy, too; after Danish director Lars von Trier declared “I am a Nazi” at a Cannes press conference in 2011, he was …

Meet the 2024 Cannes Film Festival jury: Greta Gerwig, Lily Gladstone and more
7 months, 1 week ago

Meet the 2024 Cannes Film Festival jury: Greta Gerwig, Lily Gladstone and more

Hindustan Times  

The Cannes Film Festival is here! Members of the Jury of the 77th Cannes Film Festival, French actor Omar Sy, US director and president of the Jury of the 77th Cannes Film Festival Greta Gerwig, US actress Lily Gladstone, Lebanese director Nadine Labaki, Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda and Turkish writer and photographer Ebru Ceylan pose as they arrive for the …

Cannes 2024: Greta Gerwig addresses #MeToo movement in France at Cannes press conference
7 months, 1 week ago

Cannes 2024: Greta Gerwig addresses #MeToo movement in France at Cannes press conference

The Hindu  

'Barbie' director Greta Gerwig addressed the growing #MeToo movement in France at the jury press conference on the opening day of this year's Cannes Film Festival, reported Variety. Bayona, Turkish actress and screenwriter Ebru Ceylan, Italian actor and producer Pierfrancesco Favino, "Killers of the Flower Moon" star Lily Gladstone, French actor Eva Green, Japanese filmmaker and producer Hirokazu Kore-eda, Lebanese …

Cannes 2024: Fest kicks off with a Palme d’Or for Meryl Streep and a post- ‘Barbie’ fete of Greta Gerwig
7 months, 1 week ago

Cannes 2024: Fest kicks off with a Palme d’Or for Meryl Streep and a post- ‘Barbie’ fete of Greta Gerwig

The Hindu  

Beneath intermittent rainy skies, the Cannes Film Festival opened on Tuesday with the presentation of an honorary Palme d'Or for Meryl Streep and the unveiling of Greta Gerwig's jury, as the French Riviera spectacular kicked off a potentially volatile 77th edition. A 10-day stream of stars began flowing down the Cannes' red carpet with the opening night film, “The Second …

The 2024 Cannes Film Festival has begun. Here's what to expect
7 months, 1 week ago

The 2024 Cannes Film Festival has begun. Here's what to expect

ABC  

International stars, auteur directors and the adorable border collie from Anatomy of a Fall are taking on La Croissette, as the 77th Festival de Cannes kicks off. Held from May 14 to 25, the 2024 edition of the prestigious film festival in the south of France features Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited epic Megalopolis; a drama where Sebastian Stan plays a …

Greta Gerwig addresses the #MeToo movement in France at Cannes Film Festival: ‘It’s moving in the correct direction'
7 months, 1 week ago

Greta Gerwig addresses the #MeToo movement in France at Cannes Film Festival: ‘It’s moving in the correct direction'

Hindustan Times  

Director Greta Gerwig addressed the #MeToo movement growing in France at a press conference on the opening day of the Cannes Film Festival. Greta Gerwig, Jury President of the 77th Cannes Film Festival poses during a photocall before the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, May 14, 2024. Joining her on the jury are Spanish …

Cannes Film Festival 2024 all set to open with French comedy The Second Act, and an honorary Palme d'Or for Meryl Streep
7 months, 1 week ago

Cannes Film Festival 2024 all set to open with French comedy The Second Act, and an honorary Palme d'Or for Meryl Streep

Hindustan Times  

It is time for the Cannes Film Festival! Then there is Meryl Streep, who will be awarded with an honorary Palme d'Or at the opening ceremony. Meryl Streep, who will be awarded with an Honorary Palme d'Or, poses during a photocall before the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, May 14, 2024. REUTERS/Yara Nardi Opening …

Cannes kicks off with Greta Gerwig's jury and Palme d'Or for Meryl Streep
7 months, 1 week ago

Cannes kicks off with Greta Gerwig's jury and Palme d'Or for Meryl Streep

New Indian Express  

CANNES: The Cannes Film Festival opens Tuesday with the unveiling of Greta Gerwig's jury and the presentation of an honorary Palme d'Or for Meryl Streep, as the French Riviera spectacular kicks off a potentially volatile 77th edition. A 10-day stream of stars will begin flowing down Cannes' famous red carpet beginning with the opening night film, “The Second Act,” a …

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Aditi Rao Hydari to attend the Cannes Film Festival
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Aditi Rao Hydari to attend the Cannes Film Festival

Hindustan Times  

While Aishwarya is a regular at Cannes, Aditi made her debut at the festival in 2022. The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is scheduled to take place from May 14 to 25. Meanwhile, actor Sobhita Dhulipala will also be walking on the red carpet at the 77th Cannes Film Festival on the French Riviera. This year, the Palme …

At Cannes Film Festival, drama unfolds even outside the cinemas
7 months, 2 weeks ago

At Cannes Film Festival, drama unfolds even outside the cinemas

Hindustan Times  

The unique aspect about the Cannes Film Festival is the presence of drama – not just inside the darkened auditoriums, on the giant screens, but also outside on the streets. Festival General Delegate Thierry Fremaux holds a press conference to announce the official selection of the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. Festival statement A Festival statement said: “They …

George Lucas to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival
8 months, 2 weeks ago

George Lucas to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

The Independent  

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CANNES PHOTOS: See standout moments of glamour, humor and reunion as the festival draws to a close
1 year, 6 months ago

CANNES PHOTOS: See standout moments of glamour, humor and reunion as the festival draws to a close

Associated Press  

CANNES, France — The Cannes Film Festival always commands a certain amount of awe. The appearances by cinema royalty, the nightly parade of high fashion and the festival’s ability to launch filmmakers and films large and small onto the global stage all combine to produce an array of eye-catching moments during the 12 days of Cannes. From its first day, …

In Frames | India at Cannes 2023
1 year, 6 months ago

In Frames | India at Cannes 2023

The Hindu  

Festival de Cannes or Cannes Film Festival is an international film festival that opens a platform for the display of global cinema and sheds a light on independent directors and writers from diverse backgrounds. Photo: Twitter/@pradeeponelife Mrunal Thakur attends the "Black Flies" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18 in Cannes, …

Cannes Film Festival readies a blockbuster edition, with Indy, ‘Flower Moon,’ Depp and more
1 year, 7 months ago

Cannes Film Festival readies a blockbuster edition, with Indy, ‘Flower Moon,’ Depp and more

The Hindu  

The Cannes Film Festival, which will kick off Tuesday, is such a colossal extravaganza that taking measure of its ups and downs is notoriously difficult. When the 76th Cannes Film Festival opens Tuesday with the premiere of Jeanne du Barry, a historical drama by Maïwenn starring Johnny Depp, the gleaming Cote d’Azur pageant can feel confident that it has weathered …

From Martin Scorsese’s film premiere to Netflix's return; Cannes director Thierry Frémaux spills the beans
1 year, 8 months ago

From Martin Scorsese’s film premiere to Netflix's return; Cannes director Thierry Frémaux spills the beans

Firstpost  

Beginning with sharing his excitement and enthusiasm ahead of Cannes 2023, Thierry Frémaux noted how the selection process is in full gear with the team working toward bringing in as many films as possible. Cannes director Thierry Frémaux recently opened up about the festival and its relationship with Hollywood, Martin Scorsese, Netflix, Oscars, and TikTok. Cannes chief speaks on his …

AP PHOTOS: The glamour of Cannes in black & white
2 years, 6 months ago

AP PHOTOS: The glamour of Cannes in black & white

Associated Press  

CANNES, France — The Cannes Film Festival is one of the most colorful spectacles in the world — all Cote d’Azur sunshine, palm trees and glittering ballgowns. The images that first made Cannes synonymous with glamour were captured in monochrome — pictures that still linger in the collective fantasy of the French Riviera extravaganza, where thousands descend annually to participate …

PM Narendra Modi wishes India success ahead of Cannes 2022
2 years, 7 months ago

PM Narendra Modi wishes India success ahead of Cannes 2022

India Today  

India is the official Country of Honour at the upcoming Marche’ Du Film, organised alongside the Cannes Film Festival, in France. PM Modi noted the coincidence of 75 years of India’s Independence and the Cannes Film Festival, and also mentioned the diplomatic ties between India and France. PM MODI WISHES INDIA SUCCESS PM Narendra Modi’s note, wishing India success at …

Back to normal? Cannes Film Festival prepares to party
2 years, 7 months ago

Back to normal? Cannes Film Festival prepares to party

Associated Press  

After the 2020 Cannes Film Festival was canceled by the pandemic and the 2021 edition was scaled back — even kisses were forbade on the red carpet — the lavish French Riviera cinema soiree is set to return with a festival that promises to be something like normal. “Hopefully it will back to a normal Cannes now,” says Ruben Östlund, …

Cannes 2022: Akshay Kumar, Pooja Hegde to AR Rahman, full list of celebs from India to walk red carpet
2 years, 7 months ago

Cannes 2022: Akshay Kumar, Pooja Hegde to AR Rahman, full list of celebs from India to walk red carpet

India TV News  

Cannes 2022: The Red Carpet event at the 75th Cannes Film Festival will be a gala event for the Indian audience as celebrities from the cine world across India are set to walk there as part of the Indian delegation on the festival's opening day, May 17. The delegation will include actor-producer R Madhavan, Akshay Kumar, music composer AR Rahman, …

Cannes Film Festival 2022: Deepika Padukone, Rebecca Hall announced as jury; Vincent Lindon to lead
2 years, 7 months ago

Cannes Film Festival 2022: Deepika Padukone, Rebecca Hall announced as jury; Vincent Lindon to lead

Firstpost  

The 75th Cannes Film Festival will run from 17 to 28 May A year after starring in the Cannes Film Festival Palme d’Or winner Titane, French actor Vincent Lindon will preside over the jury deciding the top prize at this year’s festival. The Cannes Film Festival announced Tuesday that Lindon will be jury president at next month’s festival in the …

A Cannes (sans kisses) to reawaken our romance with movies
3 years, 5 months ago

A Cannes (sans kisses) to reawaken our romance with movies

Associated Press  

The Palais des Festivals, the central hub of the Cannes Film Festival, a massive bulwark of filmmaker-named halls and pristine movie screens, is about as close as you can get to a cinema temple. “It’s a kind of pilgrimage or Mecca, and even more so this year,” says Mark Cousins, the Scotland-based filmmaker whose “The Story of Film: a New …

A Cannes edition to reawaken our romance with movies
3 years, 5 months ago

A Cannes edition to reawaken our romance with movies

Live Mint  

The Palais des Festivals, the central hub of the Cannes Film Festival, a massive bulwark of filmmaker-named halls and pristine movie screens, is about as close as you can get to a cinema temple. “It’s a kind of pilgrimage or Mecca, and even more so this year,” says Mark Cousins, the Scotland-based filmmaker whose “The Story of Film: a New …

A Cannes edition to reawaken our romance with movies
3 years, 5 months ago

A Cannes edition to reawaken our romance with movies

Live Mint  

The Palais des Festivals, the central hub of the Cannes Film Festival, a massive bulwark of filmmaker-named halls and pristine movie screens, is about as close as you can get to a cinema temple. “It’s a kind of pilgrimage or Mecca, and even more so this year,” says Mark Cousins, the Scotland-based filmmaker whose “The Story of Film: a New …

A Cannes (sans kisses) to reawaken our romance with movies
3 years, 5 months ago

A Cannes (sans kisses) to reawaken our romance with movies

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It’s a kind of pilgrimage or Mecca, and even …

With the pandemic pushing cinema into hibernation, will Cannes Film Festival jolt moviegoing awake?
3 years, 5 months ago

With the pandemic pushing cinema into hibernation, will Cannes Film Festival jolt moviegoing awake?

Firstpost  

On Tuesday, the Cannes Film Festival, delayed from May to July, will finally open its doors for its 74th and maybe most critical edition. “It’s a kind of pilgrimage or Mecca, and even more so this year,” says Mark Cousins, the Scotland-based filmmaker whose The Story of Film: a New Generation will premiere opening day on the Cannes beach. Announcing …

A Cannes (sans kisses) to reawaken our romance with movies
3 years, 5 months ago

A Cannes (sans kisses) to reawaken our romance with movies

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It’s a kind of pilgrimage or Mecca, and even …

Cannes lineup features Wes Anderson, Sean Penn, Leox Carax
3 years, 6 months ago

Cannes lineup features Wes Anderson, Sean Penn, Leox Carax

Associated Press  

The Cannes Film Festival on Thursday unveiled a lineup of films from big-name auteurs — including Wes Anderson, Asghar Farhadi, Mia Hansen-Løve and Sean Penn — for its 74th edition, an in-person, summertime event that aims to make a stirring return in July after being canceled last year because of the pandemic. Among the films that will be competing for …

Cannes lineup features Wes Anderson, Sean Penn, Leox Carax
3 years, 6 months ago

Cannes lineup features Wes Anderson, Sean Penn, Leox Carax

The Independent  

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Cannes Film Festival, canceled in 2020, is postponed to July
3 years, 10 months ago

Cannes Film Festival, canceled in 2020, is postponed to July

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Cannes Film Festival, canceled altogether last year by the pandemic, is postponing this year’s edition from May to July in hopes of having an in-person festival. Cannes organizers announced Wednesday that this year’s festival will now take place July 6-17, about two months after its typical period. Cannes last year first looked at a postponement its …

Cannes Film Festival to hold mini edition from 27 to 29 October; Emmanuel Courcol's Un triomphe will open event
4 years, 2 months ago

Cannes Film Festival to hold mini edition from 27 to 29 October; Emmanuel Courcol's Un triomphe will open event

Firstpost  

The 2020 Special Cannes will screen four films from its 2020 Official Selection, as well as in-competition short films and the Cinéfondation’s school films. The general public will be allowed to the Louis Lumiere auditorium of the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès for the screening of four films from the 2020 Cannes Official Selection, as well as in-competition short …

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