Cannes is often called the “European Hollywood,” but the truth is, Cannes is simply… Cannes.
It has its own unique atmosphere — one that can’t be replicated or relocated.
Every May, the city transforms: premieres, red carpets, flashing cameras. But behind the glitter, there’s history, art, and deep emotion. Cannes has always been at the heart of world cinema, where the future of film meets its legends.
Some films that changed cinema history forever had their moment in Cannes:
• Pulp Fiction (1994, dir. Quentin Tarantino) — Palme d’Or winner and instant cult classic.
• La Dolce Vita (1960, dir. Federico Fellini) — The very essence of Italian cinema.
• Parasite (2019, dir. Bong Joon-ho) — The first non-English-language film to win Best Picture at the Oscars, after triumphing in Cannes.
• Apocalypse Now (1979, dir. Francis Ford Coppola) — A legendary premiere that shaped film history.
In summer, Cannes pulses with energy, but also offers quiet moments if you know where to look. You might sip wine at a cozy café, browse charming boutiques and vintage shops, or rent a boat to escape to the nearby Lérins Islands.
Here, mornings start with espresso, afternoons melt into lazy beach days, and dinners often end on the dance floor.
You might pass by actors, directors, artists, and passionate film lovers — some staying for just a moment, others staying for a lifetime.
In Cannes life goes its own rhythm, and sometimes you may stay here for longer just to feel and taste its unique vibe.
