The Craziness of Cannes

The Craziness of Cannes
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What It's All About
Though dozens of films are shown during the festival, a small number are actually in competition. This year, one of nineteen films will be chosen by a jury to receive the prestigious Palme D'Or. The winning film will be announced on May 23.

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