Cannes Film Festival: 5 things that happened on its first day

CANNES, France — The 79th Cannes Film Festival launched on Tuesday, May 12, marking the start of 12 days of nonstop premieres that will culminate May 23 with the presentation of the prestigious Palme d’Or. Here are five things that happened on Cannes’ opening day: Peter Jackson received an honorary Palme d’Or The French Riviera festival began with a tribute to Jackson, handing the “Lord of the Rings” filmmaker an honorary Palme d’Or. He was introduced by Elijah Wood, who played Frodo Baggins in the films. “I’ve never figured out why I’m getting a Palme d’Or. I’m not a Palme d’Or sorta […]... Keep on reading: Cannes Film Festival: 5 things that happened on its first day

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