It’s comeback time for the Cannes Film Festival as the world’s preeminent showcase plans its returns, announcing an official selection which Variety has learned is packed with big-name auteur…
VarietyThe lineup is being unveiled announced by Thierry Frémaux, the artistic director and general delegate, and Pierre Lescure, the festival’s president, convene the much anticipated press conference to announce this year’s lineup after being forced to cancel the 2020 edition on account of the pandemic.
Despite uncertainties of the ongoing health crisis, Cannes vowed to return with a live event that would bring back the glamour, stars and prestigious filmmakers. Getting there has been a long, maze-like journey for organizers, who had to postpone the festival from its initial May dates to July 6-17, at the start of the high season for Cannes hotel owners.
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