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There are film festivals – and then there is Cannes

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Cannes, the most famous and glamorous film festival in the world, is in full swing. This year’s edition is already delivering the usual mix of hype and glory that characterises the annual gathering on the Cote d'Azur. Critics argue about which films deserve to win the coveted accolades....

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