US EditionHollywood stars condemn Gaza 'genocide' on eve of Cannes Film Festival
- On May 13, 2025, more than 350 cinema figures issued an open letter condemning 'genocide' in Gaza on the eve of the Cannes Film Festival in France.
- The letter, initiated by pro-Palestinian groups and published in Liberation and Variety, demands a real statement amid ongoing Israeli bombardment of Gaza.
- The festival features a rich American film program, high-profile debuts by actors-turned-directors, and significant screenings like a documentary on Gaza photojournalist Fatima Hassouna.
- The letter declares that silence is unacceptable amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza, while the festival features a "Ukraine Day" but has not scheduled comparable programming focused on Gaza.
- The condemnation spotlights Gaza's crisis in cultural discourse, while Cannes continues amid off-screen controversies and political tensions involving figures like Robert De Niro and Donald Trump.
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