Cannes lineup leans toward escapism as major Hollywood studios stay away
This year's Cannes selection favors historical dramas, a tone of "gentleness" and even films about football, while major Hollywood studios are largely absent.
The Cannes Film Festival unveiled its roster Thursday, showcasing historical dramas, films described as having a sense of "gentleness," and even entries about football. Big Hollywood studios were notably missing from this year's selection.