Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Cannes Film Festival Faces Power Outage Disruption

5/24/2025

47 6

Summary

Story summary

A sudden power outage struck Cannes today, casting a shadow over the film festival's closing ceremony. While the Palais des Festivals managed to switch to an independent power supply, ensuring the ceremony could go on at 18:40 CEST, the Cineum halted screenings, and many hotels were left in the dark. Restoration efforts are currently underway.

1 of 1

Story summary

A sudden power outage struck Cannes today, casting a shadow over the film festival's closing ceremony. While the Palais des Festivals managed to switch to an independent power supply, ensuring the ceremony could go on at 18:40 CEST, the Cineum halted screenings, and many hotels were left in the dark. Restoration efforts are currently underway.