A very promising opening…
The 77th Cannes Film Festival kicked off with great pomp on May 14, 2024. However, the beginning of this edition was marked by moments of humor, mishaps, but also flashes of brilliance and oversized egos. In this article, we relive the 8 memorable moments from the start of this edition of the Cannes Film Festival.
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Messi’s Grand Entrance
A year after receiving the “Palm Dog,” Messi returned to the Cannes Film Festival. The border collie, revealed in “Anatomy of a Fall,” had a red carpet moment worthy of the biggest stars. Messi posed extensively for the cameras, offering some pirouettes to photographers and even taking the time to play fetch with his owner, Laura Martin-Contini.
Omar Sy Breaks Protocol
Omar Sy is one of the most anticipated members of the Cannes Film Festival jury. While all eyes were on him during his red carpet walk, the actor reportedly broke the rules. Upon reaching the top of the red carpet, he took a photo with his mobile phone, capturing his presence alongside the jury. Although seemingly innocuous, this gesture sparked considerable reaction. Since 2018, celebrities attending the Cannes festival have been prohibited from using their mobile phones to take photos and videos on the famous red carpet, to avoid delays in the tightly scheduled ceremonies.
Iris Mittenaere Encounters Her Ex
Just days after announcing her split from fiancé Diego El Glaoui, Iris Mittenaere dazzled photographers on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet with her black Schiaparelli dress adorned with a gigantic golden ornament from bust to back and an incredibly long train. One thing’s for sure, she didn’t intend to go unnoticed that evening, and she even bumped into her ex, Kev Adams.
Meryl Streep Receives Honorary Palme d’Or
Meryl Streep was the star of the early festival. A unique actress, a legend of American cinema, the American actress received an Honorary Palme d’Or.
Omar Sy and the Racist Remark
As a member of the jury of the 77th Cannes Film Festival, which opened on May 14, Omar Sy signed autographs on the Croisette. In a video posted on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), he is seen signing several autographs when a woman asks to take a photo with him, saying, “Wouldn’t that look strange with my blond hair and blue eyes?” This remark immediately provoked a reaction from the actor and numerous internet users. “Why would it be strange?” the French actor calmly responded. The fan then explains that “it’s an interesting contrast.” Omar Sy then asks her, “Are you racist, madam, or what?” She defends herself: “No, not at all, quite the opposite.” “What kind of remark is that?” the actor continues, while continuing to take photos with other fans present.
Anya Taylor-Joy and Her Haughty Attitude
After a minor role in “Dune” and a string of successes in her film projects for several years, Anya Taylor-Joy is the new heroine of “Mad Max: Furiosa.” She portrays the young version of the character previously played by Charlize Theron. In a cream bustier dress with a bun hairstyle, she looked like a prima ballerina, contrasting with her warrior role. However, her haughty attitude shocked viewers and fans.
Luxury Brands Refuse to Dress Actors in a Film Because They Have Down Syndrome
After facing several refusals from luxury brands, Artus announced on social media a collaboration with the Kering group, which will dress the cast of “Un p’tit truc en plus” for their red carpet appearance on May 22. Despite the success of Artus’ first film, which attracted over 2 million viewers to theaters in just two weeks, no brand had agreed to dress the cast for the Cannes Film Festival.
Camille Cottin Calls Out “All-Powerful Gentlemen”
Camille Cottin paid tribute to “powerful women” Tuesday night on the stage of the Palais des Festivals. The actress, master of ceremonies of the 77th Cannes Film Festival, launched the event with flair and commitment, addressing the #MeToo movement early in her speech. “You are about to enter a parallel world called the Cannes vortex (…) We go to screenings very early in the morning without having slept, and we have our professional meetings in the middle of the night, on a beach named after a brand. It’s normal. Oh yes, I should clarify that professional meetings at night in hotel rooms with all-powerful gentlemen are no longer part of the customs of the Cannes vortex following the adoption of the #MeToo movement, and we welcome that!”
