Hollywood Weighing Which Studio Films Will Debut at Cannes 2023

For two weeks every May, the French seaside town of Cannes is transformed into a glamorous destination in the film landscape hosting one of the most prestigious international festivals of the entire year. But in order to make the star-studded red-carpet event happen each year, Cannes Film Festival chief Thierry Frémaux hurdles the long and intensive process of selecting the slate of films that will be screened, the premieres that will be debuted, and the categories where they will appear either in or out of competition.

An appearance at Cannes is sure to boost a film’s global attention whether it is an international arthouse work, a prestige awards player, or a Hollywood blockbuster.