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Cannes Chief Honored as Global Cinema Influence Grows

1/19/2026

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Thierry Frémaux, Cannes Film Festival chief, was honored at Variety's dinner in Paris after attending the Golden Globes, where two Cannes films won awards.
The event celebrated Cannes' influence on international cinema, drawing attendees such as Josh Safdie and Anamaria Vartolomei at Laperouse.
Director Cédric Klapisch received the French Cinema Award at the Ministry of Culture for his contributions to cinema and the importance of travel.

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Thierry Frémaux, Cannes Film Festival chief, was honored at Variety's dinner in Paris after attending the Golden Globes, where two Cannes films won awards.
The event celebrated Cannes' influence on international cinema, drawing attendees such as Josh Safdie and Anamaria Vartolomei at Laperouse.
Director Cédric Klapisch received the French Cinema Award at the Ministry of Culture for his contributions to cinema and the importance of travel.