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British historian defends artistic licence in controversial de Gaulle biopic

The big-budget biopic La Bataille de Gaulle, which premiered at Cannes in May, has drawn the ire of French historians for liberties it takes with historical record. But Julian Jackson, the British scholar whose biography inspired the film, says some things are more important than the details.

Radio France Internationale

How marketers are balancing broader remits and tighter budgets

Marketing leaders at Cannes Lions discuss their expanding list of responsibilities, AI’s threat to creativity and the importance of having a CMO on the C-suite

Fortune

As marketers grapple with AI, business leaders at Cannes Lions say human creativity and authenticity matter more than ever

At Fortune's Fuel Up in Cannes, marketing leaders from Manchester United Football Club, Uber, Kraft Heinz and content creator Gstaad Guy explored how brands can create connections that feel genuine

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LEGO's Julia Goldin named first-ever European CMO of the Year at Cannes Lions

Chosen by more than 800 marketing leaders from across Europe, Julia Goldin was recognised for helping transform LEGO into a global cultural brand through partnerships spanning entertainment, gaming and sport.

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NYSE Content Update: Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Begins

NEW YORK, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Kristen Scholer delivers the pre-market update on June 22ndTraders react to the latest developments in…

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Why we're skipping Cannes Lions, and where we’re going instead

As Cannes Lions kicks off, this branding agency made the decision not to go.

Creative Bloq

Killer hotels on the Côte d’Azur for The White Lotus effect

Locations for The White Lotus season four are on the Côte d’Azur, flitting from Cannes to Monaco to Saint-Tropez. Melanie McDonagh visited two hotels in the region

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From Prank King to Victim: Ben Phillips Reveals Terrifying Gunpoint Ordeal During £1.4M Cannes Villa Heist

Welsh influencer Ben Phillips survived a near-fatal armed robbery during a £1.4 million villa heist in Cannes, losing valuables worth up to £500,000.

International Business Times UK

YouTuber Ben Phillips reports gunpoint robbery as French police arrest five suspects

YouTuber Ben Phillips narrowly escaped a terrifying ordeal in Cannes, France, when armed robbers stormed his luxury villa. The intruders, who allegedly demanded money and a safe, stole valuables worth approximately £1.4 million. Phillips recounted how a gun jammed when pointed at him, allowing his escape. French authorities have since…

The Times of India

Has Jennifer Lopez Moved On From Ben Affleck? J.Lo Shuts Down Interrogation Over Brett Goldstein Romance

Jennifer Lopez dismisses dating rumours with Brett Goldstein during a live TV interview, amidst ongoing speculation about her split from Ben Affleck and the release of her film 'Office Romance'.

International Business Times UK

Sound of the silver screen: meet the man getting film music made

Film music helps create the magic of cinema. But who works on this key creative process behind the scenes? French film music supervisor Pierre-Marie Dru tells RFI what it takes to match movies with the perfect soundtrack.

Radio France Internationale

‘Human creativity is under fire’ says WPP's Rob Reilly

At Cannes Lions, creativity is now seen as a key driver of growth, but leaders are struggling to protect it as idea production becomes cheaper and more automated

Fortune

DAMAC Digital reaches 6,000MW planned IT capacity landbank across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East

CANNES, France and DUBAI, UAE, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DAMAC Digital, a global digital infrastructure provider owned by DAMAC Group, has announced that its planned IT capacity landbank has reached 6,000MW across 13 countries and a planned portfolio of 35+ sites. The company is on a trajectory of global…

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Cinema should be 'a place for everyone': Cannes rising star Anna Cazenave Cambet

French director Anna Cazenave Cambet first came to Cannes in 2016 as a student with a short film called Gabber Lover, which won the Queer Palm award. With two feature films under her belt, she returned to the Croisette in 2026 as one of the "10 to Watch" rising French…

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Palme d’Or winner Cristian Mungiu on the film that conquered Cannes

Nearly 20 years after his first Palme d’Or, Romanian auteur Cristian Mungiu once again takes the festival's top prize for “Fjord” – a film exploring the tensions between religious conservatism and social liberalism. It stars “Marvel” actor Sebastian Stan and Norwegian actress Renate Reinsve as parents accused of domestic abuse.…

Marie Claire

Renate Reinsve Flaunts the Cannes Dress Code in a Very Naked Louis Vuitton Gown and Sequin Pants

Rules are made to be broken.

France 24

The week in pictures: Ebola outbreak in Africa, Putin in China and Cannes Film Festival mermaids

The Ebola outbreak spreads in Democratic Republic of Congo, Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping meet in Beijing, Japanese actress Arisa Sasaki dresses as a mermaid for the Cannes Film Festival and Gaza flotilla activists are humiliated by Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Ben-Gvir. Here is…

The Economic Times

Cannes Film Festival 2026: A look inside Alia Bhatt’s lavish stay at Hotel Martinez and how much it costs per night

Hotel Martinez, a historic Art Deco landmark on Cannes' Boulevard de la Croisette, has become a celebrity hotspot during the film festival. This iconic luxury property, known for its Riviera style and Mediterranean views, hosts stars and events, with room rates soaring to lakhs per night during the festival season.

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‘We’re expanding the cinematic toolbox’: AI fault lines on show at Cannes

Darren Aronofsky among proponents of using technology, while Guillermo del Toro says he would ‘rather die’

The National (Scotland)

Scottish filmmakers 'turn heads' and steal the spotlight at Cannes Film Festival

AS THE world’s biggest names in the film industry flocked to the Cannes Film Festival, it was some of Scotland’s best talent that stole the…

Radio France Internationale

Romanian director wins Palme d'Or at emotional Cannes ceremony

The 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival came to a close on Saturday evening, with the coveted Palme d’Or for best film going to family drama Fjord by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu. He called on filmmakers to set the example by promoting tolerance.

France 24

'Fjord' by Romania's Cristian Mungiu wins Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

The Norway-set drama "Fjord" by Romanian director Cristian Mungiu was awarded the Palme d'Or at the closing ceremony of the 79th Cannes Film Festival as critics hailed a strong field of contenders directed by auteurs from Russia, Iran, Japan and beyond.

International Business Times UK

Unrecognisable John Travolta Ridiculed for New Look But Heartbreaking Reason Behind It Revealed

John Travolta's beret-and-moustache makeover at Cannes drew ridicule and praise in equal measure, but those close to him say it reflects a deeper attempt to reclaim his life after years of grief.

Digital Camera World

Ron Howard's new documentary movie, Avedon, reminds us why the greatest photographer of the 20th century didn't care what camera he used

Premiering at Cannes this week, the film shows us how the greatest images come from reading people, not mastering f-stops

Bangkok Post

Russian war drama among favourites for top Cannes prize

CANNES, France - A tense family drama set against the backdrop of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is among the favourites for top prize at the Cannes Film Festival, which will be awarded at a star-packed ceremony on Saturday after two weeks of parties and premieres.

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