Opening of the Cannes Festival 2024: The first ascent of the steps under the spotlight

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Published by Julie de Sortiraparis · Photos by Rachid Bellak · Published on May 16th, 2024 at 04:14 p.m.
The red carpet at the 77th Cannes Film Festival welcomed the stars of the silver screen for an unforgettable opening.

On May 14, 2024, the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival kicked off in style with an eagerly-awaited ascent of the steps. The famous red carpet was lined with a myriad of celebrities, marking the official opening of this not-to-be-missed event in international cinema.

Quentin Dupieux opened the festival with his new film, Le Deuxième Acte, an offbeat comedy starring Léa Seydoux, Vincent Lindon and Louis Garrel. The lead actors, dressed in haute couture creations, captured the attention of the many photographers and media present.

© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Manuel Guillot, Raphaël Quenard, Léa Seydoux, Quentin Dupieux, Louis Garrel et Vincent Lindon© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Manuel Guillot, Raphaël Quenard, Léa Seydoux, Quentin Dupieux, Louis Garrel et Vincent Lindon© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Manuel Guillot, Raphaël Quenard, Léa Seydoux, Quentin Dupieux, Louis Garrel et Vincent Lindon© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Manuel Guillot, Raphaël Quenard, Léa Seydoux, Quentin Dupieux, Louis Garrel et Vincent Lindon

Among the personalities in attendance, Greta Gerwig, president of this year's jury, stood out for her elegance and commitment to cinema. Mistress of ceremony Camille Cottin brought a touch of humor and refinement to the evening.

© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Zoé Wittock© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Zoé Wittock© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Zoé Wittock© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Zoé Wittock

This year's competition promises to be intense, with renowned directors including Sean Baker, Yorgos Lanthimos and David Cronenberg. Films in the running, such as Cronenberg's Shrouds and Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis, promise to captivate audiences and critics alike.

The Cannes red carpet is not only a showcase for fashion, but also a prelude to exciting cinematic discussions. The outfits worn by celebrities from Léa Seydoux to Vincent Lindon oscillated between audacity and sophistication, reflecting the very essence of the festival.

© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Meryl Streep© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Meryl Streep© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Meryl Streep© Rachid Bellak - Cannes 2024 : Cérémonie d'ouverture - Meryl Streep

The opening of the Cannes Film Festival 2024 thus succeeded in combining glamour and cinema, offering a promising foretaste of the days to come. Film buffs and industry professionals alike look forward to the screenings and debates that will define this edition of the festival.

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On May 14th, 2024

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