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Cannes Film Festival |
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Cannes Film FestivalFilm festival held annually in Cannes, France. First held in 1946 for the recognition of artistic achievement, the festival came to provide a rendezvous for those interested in the art and influence of the movies. Like other film festivals, it became an international marketplace where producers and distributors could exchange ideas, view films, and sign contracts. The phenomenon of international coproduction arose at Cannes in the late 1940s. The festival was at times the site of artistic contention as well, as in 1958–59, when advocates and opponents of the French New Wave exchanged diatribes and manifestos. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Writing throughout the chain in her May 26, 2003 wrap, Monk wrote: "At times, over the course of this marathon movie schmooze that was largely viewed as the worst Cannes festival ever, it really did feel like cinema was dead. It garnered good reviews at its premiere last spring at the Cannes festival. The project was brought to him after he had returned from cruising the Riviera on his yacht during last year's Cannes festival. |
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