Cannes Film Festival
Actors and celebrities on the red carpet over the years. | |
| Location | Cannes, France |
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| Founded | 31 August 1939 (as International Film Festival) |
| Awards | Palme d'Or Grand Prix |
| Artistic director | Thierry Frémaux |
| Website | festival-cannes |
The Cannes Film Festival is considered the most prestigious film festival in the world. Held in Cannes, France, it previews new films of all genres, including documentaries, from all around the world. Founded in 1946, the invitation-only festival is held annually (usually in May) at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès. The festival was formally accredited by the FIAPF in 1951. Cannes is considered one of the "Big Three" major European film festivals, alongside Venice and Berlin, as well as one of the "Big Five" major international film festivals, alongside Venice, Berlin, Toronto and Sundance.