Cannes 79th opens with star power as Hollywood retreats
Cannes 79th opens with star power as Hollywood retreats
Red carpet opens Cannes' 79th edition as Hollywood's footprint narrows, spotlight shifting to international cinema and Taiwan's cross-media push at Marché du Film.
The red carpet has rolled out for Cannes' 79th edition in the South of France, a moment that still hums with star power even as global attention shifts.
With fewer big U.S. premieres, industry observers say the spotlight is moving toward auteurs and international cinema that anchors the festival's prestige.
At the Marché du Film, Taiwan's pavilion signals a broader shift beyond traditional sales into cross-media marketplaces, with XR showcases and IP adaptation platforms as central features.
The changes underscore Cannes' role as a global platform for deal-making and discovery, fostering collaboration across continents.
As the festival balances star power with new voices, it remains a barometer for where cinema is headed.
