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Whether it’s a local party or a massive national festival, nothing’s more frustrating than missing out on major events on your travels. To make sure you’re at the most exciting events in France check out the HostelBookers roundup of what’s happening when. We’ve got the lot covered!
The Glitzy Riviera Setting
Cannes Film Festival - France
When: 12 May 2010 - 25 May 2010
May sees the internationally renowned Cannes Film Festival take place in the glamorous south of France. It is considered the finest film festival in the world by both the industry and the public and every year just seems to get more spectacular.
In 2008, the much-hyped Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull was screened, inciting a mixed response from critics, whilst Laurent Cantet walked away with the prestigious Palme d'Or for his movie, The Class.
The organizers have recently begun staging viewings on the beach and large production companies often scatter interesting props around the town. Elements of Cannes are very industry-focused and screenings are often reserved for professionals and critics. However, there’s still plenty for travelers to get involved with and Cannes would lose a great deal of its atmosphere without its public.
