[1/6] The 75th Cannes Film Festival - The Palme d'Or Award - Cannes, France, May 17, 2022.
Below are some facts about the Cannes Film Festival and this year's contenders.
WHAT IS THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL AND WHY IS IT CELEBRATED?
Cannes is the world's biggest film festival, first conceived in 1939 as an alternative to the then-fascist-influenced Venice Film Festival.
Other awards include the Grand Prix, jury prize, best director, best actor, best actress, best screenplay and best short film.