Stars descend on the red carpet as Cannes Film Festival 2026 opens without Hollywood backing (lemonde.fr)

• Hollywood studios did not send delegations to Cannes 2026.
• AI's effect on film industry jobs was a key discussion point.
• Women directors remain underrepresented in the competition lineup.

"The 79th Cannes Film Festival opened with its red carpet glamour, but lacking Hollywood support. Conversations centered on AI's impact on jobs, the absence of Hollywood studios, and underrepresentation of women directors."