In the first decade or so, the significance of the Cannes Film Fest went beyond that of a distinctly cinematic event. While major films were shown in competition, analysis of the jury reveals that many of their members were acclaimed writers and known intellectuals, both French and international. Share this:
Cannes Film Fest 2016: Year 69–Ken Loach Wins Second Palme d’Or
April 17, 2017 by
The 69th annual Cannes Film Fest was held May 11 to 22, 2016. Australian director George Miller was the President of the Jury for the main competition. French actor Laurent Lafitte was the host for the opening and closing ceremonies. Japanese director Naomi Kawase served as the Cinéfondation and Short Film Jury president. American director […]
Cannes Film Fest 2015: Tribute to Oscar-Winning Ingrid Bergman
April 15, 2017 by
The 68th Cannes Film Fest was held May 13 to 24, 2015. Joel and Ethan Coen were the Presidents of the Jury for the main competition the first time two people chaired. The Coen brothers each received a separate vote, joined by 7 other jurors. French actor Lambert Wilson was the host for the opening […]
Cannes Film Fest 2017: Netflix Under Fire from French Theatrical Distrbutors
April 15, 2017 by
Jean Labadie, president of distributor Le Pacte, lambasted the inclusion of the films in Cannes’ official selection accusing Netflix of promoting “the death of the theaters.”
Cannes Film Fest 2013: Spielberg’s Jury Honors Blue Is the Warmest Color
April 14, 2017 by
The 66th Cannes Film Fest was held May 15 to 26, 2013. Steven Spielberg was president of the main competition jury. New Zealand film director Jane Campion was the head of the jury for the Cinéfondation and Short Film sections. French actress Audrey Tautou hosted the opening and closing ceremonies. Actress Kim Novak was named […]
