Programmes The Cannes Film Festival is organised in various sections: The Official Selection – The main event of the festival. In Competition – The films competing for the . They are projected in the Théâtre Lumière. Un Certain Regard – Films selected from cultures near and far; original and different works. They are projected at the Salle Debussy. The films competing for the '. Out of Competition – These films are selected to have Gala screenings at the Théâtre Lumière, but they do not compete for the main prize. Midnight Screenings – These films are selected to have Gala screenings at the Théâtre Lumière during midnight, but they do not compete for the main prize. Cannes Premieres – These films are selected to be projected at the Salle Debussy, but they do not compete for the main prize. Special Screenings – The selection committee chooses for these films an environment specially adapted to their particular identity. Cinéfondation – About fifteen shorts and medium-length motion pictures from film schools over the world are presented at the Salle Buñuel. Short Films – The shorts competing for the Short Film Palme d'Or are presented at Buñuel and Debussy theatres. There are approximately 10 films in this competition. Cannes Classics – It celebrates the heritage of film, aiming to highlight works of the past, presented with brand new or restored prints. Cinéma de la Plage – Screenings of classic films and select new films for the mass public on Macé beach, preceded by a programme dedicated to film music. Parallel Sections – These are alternative programmes dedicated to discovering other aspects of cinema. International Critics' Week – Since 1962, it has focused on discovering new talents and showcasing first and second feature films by directors from all over the world. Directors' Fortnight – Since 1969, it has cast its lot with the avant-garde, even as it created a breeding ground where the Cannes Festival would regularly find its prestigious auteurs. ACID (Association for Independent Cinema and its Distribution) Tous les Cinémas du Monde – It showcases the vitality and diversity of cinema across the world. Each day, one country is invited to present a range of features and shorts in celebration of its unique culture, identity and recent film works. Events Marché du Film – The busiest film market in the world. Masterclasses – Given in public by world-renowned filmmakers. Tributes – Honors internationally renowned artists with the presentation of the Festival Trophee following the screening of one of their films. Producers Network – An opportunity to make international co-productions. Exhibitions – Each year, an artist, a body of work or a cinematographic theme becomes the focus of an exhibition that diversifies or illustrates the event's programme. 60th Anniversary – Events organised in 2007 dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the Festival.
Programmes The Cannes Film Festival is organised in various sections: The Official Selection – The main event of the festival. In Competition – The films competing for the . They are projected in the Théâtre Lumière. Un Certain Regard – Films selected from cultures near and far; original and different works. They are projected at the Salle Debussy. The films competing for the '. Out of Competition – These films are selected to have Gala screenings at the Théâtre Lumière, but they do not compete for the main prize. Midnight Screenings – These films are selected to have Gala screenings at the Théâtre Lumière during midnight, but they do not compete for the main prize. Cannes Premieres – These films are selected to be projected at the Salle Debussy, but they do not compete for the main prize. Special Screenings – The selection committee chooses for these films an environment specially adapted to their particular identity. Cinéfondation – About fifteen shorts and medium-length motion pictures from film schools over the world are presented at the Salle Buñuel. Short Films – The shorts competing for the Short Film Palme d'Or are presented at Buñuel and Debussy theatres. There are approximately 10 films in this competition. Cannes Classics – It celebrates the heritage of film, aiming to highlight works of the past, presented with brand new or restored prints. Cinéma de la Plage – Screenings of classic films and select new films for the mass public on Macé beach, preceded by a programme dedicated to film music. Parallel Sections – These are alternative programmes dedicated to discovering other aspects of cinema. International Critics' Week – Since 1962, it has focused on discovering new talents and showcasing first and second feature films by directors from all over the world. Directors' Fortnight – Since 1969, it has cast its lot with the avant-garde, even as it created a breeding ground where the Cannes Festival would regularly find its prestigious auteurs. ACID (Association for Independent Cinema and its Distribution) Tous les Cinémas du Monde – It showcases the vitality and diversity of cinema across the world. Each day, one country is invited to present a range of features and shorts in celebration of its unique culture, identity and recent film works. Events Marché du Film – The busiest film market in the world. Masterclasses – Given in public by world-renowned filmmakers Tributes – Honors internationally renowned artists with the presentation of the Festival Trophee following the screening of one of their films. Producers Network – An opportunity to make international co-productions. Exhibitions – Each year, an artist, a body of work or a cinematographic theme becomes the focus of an exhibition that diversifies or illustrates the event's programme. 60th Anniversary – Events organised in 2007 dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the Festival.