Film festivals are a very common activity for the performing arts. The best known film festival of all is the Cannes that originated in France in 1939. It is considered to be one of the oldest running film festivals as well a the most prestigious. The Cannes film festival takes place each year in May at the Palais de Festivals et des Congres. It was built in 1949 to host the Cannes film festival. The festival lasts for a full 11 days each year.
The Cannes film festival is recognized as the place for French films to get the publicity they need to be in the public eye. The Cannes film festival is a huge tourist attraction. People come from all over to be part of the festival, view the films, see movie stars, and enjoy the various foods and activities taking place during the 11 day stretch of the film festival.
One of the highlights of the Cannes film festival is watching the stars and the producers take their walk down the red carpet. It is very glamorous and an exciting part of the entire festival. Many people come to the Cannes film festival for this part of it more than anything else that is offered.
You can view a complete listing of the films that have been presented at the Cannes film festival online. You can also find out about upcoming activities for the next Cannes film festival. If you are planning to come to the area specifically for the film festival make sure you make your travel arrangements well in advance. The 2008 Cannes film festival is scheduled for May 14th through the 25th.
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