[Filmfestivalresearch] Free “Three Days in Cannes” passes for 18-to-28-year-old cinephiles

[ger zielinski, ph.d.]

Doubtless of interest to some on this list or students.

"The festival’s 71st year will introduce free “Three Days in Cannes”
passes, set aside especially for 18-to-28-year-old cinephiles who hold a
passport. [...] During the last three days of Cannes 2018, said passes will
grant entry to the the esteemed Official Selection, comprising films that
are in and out of competition, as well as titles in the Special Screenings,
Un Certain Regard, Cannes Classics, Cinéma de la Plage sections. Hopefuls
are required to submit photo identification and letters substantiating that
they are “passionate about film.” There is no set deadline; passes will be
distributed until they are gone. One thousand chosen recipients will be
notified via email, and their badges will be available for in-person
pick-up May 16."

http://www.indiewire.com/2018/04/cannes-film-festival-passes-age-18-to-28-1201950852/