The upcoming 77th Cannes Film Festival is set to kick off amidst a backdrop of global turmoil and societal upheaval. This year's edition promises to be more raucous and tense than any in recent memory.
As the red carpet is rolled out at the Palais des Festivals, the festival faces a myriad of challenges. Festival workers are threatening to strike, and the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict is expected to spark protests. The shadow of Russia's war in Ukraine looms large, adding to the already charged atmosphere.
