Unveiling the glamour and grandeur of the Festival de Cannes, where artistry meets cinematic brilliance. A journey into the heart of this prestigious event, exploring its history, significance, and the unforgettable moments that have shaped global cinema.
The Festival in 2020, interview with Thierry Frémaux
The mission of the Festival de Cannes is to draw attention to and raise the profile of films, with the aim of contributing towards the development of cinema, boosting the film industry worldwide and celebrating cinema at an international level.
- In order to achieve this level of longevity, the festival has remained faithful to its founding purpose
- To present the “Official Selection,” which includes Out of Competition films, Special Screenings and Midnight Screenings, the historically important films featured in Cannes Classics and the Cinéfondation selection of films submitted from film schools, and the non-competitive selections
Cinema lovers can also explore the world of cinema in different ways by attending masterclasses, tributes, or exhibitions which make up the Events of an edition.
In 2019, the “Rendez-vous” sessions gave festival-goers the chance to spend time in the company of such exceptional artists as Sylvester Stallone, Zhang Ziyi, Nicolas Winding Refn, and even Alain Delon.
Where do short films fit in at Cannes?
Short films feature in the Competition, at the end of which the Short Films Jury awards a Palme d’or, and in the Short Film Corner, a professional area dedicated to meeting people, exchanging ideas and promoting films.
- A number of initiatives designed to promote the talents of the future have already been introduced, including the Caméra d’or, which is awarded to the best film presented either in the Official Selection, during Directors’ Fortnight or during the Semaine de la Critique, while the Cinéfondation presents film school works and organizes the Residence and the Workshop.
