Stars descend on the carpet as Cannes Film Festival 2026 opens without Hollywood backing

In the main Cannes competition, which begins Wednesday, 22 films are vying for the prestigious Palme d'Or prize for best film. As usual in the build-up to the festival, off-screen events have dominated conversation, from the impact of AI on jobs, Hollywood's decision to ghost the event, to the under-representation of women directors.

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