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Cannes Film Festival History:The wait for cinema lovers around the world is now about to end, because the Cannes Film Festival 2026 is going to start from May 12. This festival will continue till 23 May. Like every year, this time too this event will be held in the beautiful city of Cannes, France.

What is Cannes Film Festival?
Cannes Film Festival is considered to be the largest and most prestigious film festival in the world. Here films are seen not just as entertainment but as art. Big filmmakers, directors, writers and artists from all over the world come here with their films.

How did it start?
The Cannes Film Festival was started in the year 1946. France started this international film festival after the Second World War. Its objective was to give a platform to cinema from all over the world and to give recognition to new talents. Gradually this festival became the largest film event in the world.

Why is it considered special?
The biggest specialty of Cannes Film Festival is that here importance is given not only to big commercial films but also to good stories and creativity. The ‘Palme d’Or’ award received here is counted among the biggest honors in the film industry.

How do films get entry?
Getting entry into the Cannes Film Festival is not easy. Every year thousands of films are sent from all over the world, but only a select few are selected. Films are selected in different categories.

On what basis is the selection done?
The films are selected by an official committee. During this, the film’s story, direction, cinematography, technical quality and its impact are taken into consideration. Besides, it is also necessary that the film has not been released in any major international festival or theater before.

Big platform for filmmakers
Cannes Film Festival is not limited to just screening films. International distribution, film market and co-production deals also take place here. This is the reason why it is considered a very important platform for filmmakers from all over the world.