Cannes 2022: this astonishing condition imposed before the arrival of Brigitte Bardot in 1967

It is one of the most anticipated events in the world of cinema. the Cannes film festivalwhich will be held this year from Saturday 17 to Saturday 28 May, has been marked by many French and international films, filmmakers and actors. 55 years ago, the 20th edition of the competition, which took place in 1967remained in the annals, in particular because of the presence of a certain Brigitte Bardot. While she was a beauty icon and a real star of the big screen at the time, the films In case of misfortune and And God created the woman, the actress goes to Cannes in the arms of her husband, Gunter Sachs. His arrival on the red carpet on May 12, 1967 provokes, according to Le Figaro Madame, riot. The Croisette is ablaze and the couple must return to their hotel under police escort.

This event will mark Brigitte Bardot’s last appearance at the Cannes Film Festival and his withdrawal from public life. The flamboyant blonde could however not have attended the event that year. Indeed, as reported BFM TV, his coming was subject to a very specific condition. Her husband, a seemingly intransigent businessman and multi-millionaire, negotiated the presence of the actress at the Palais des Festivals in exchange for the screening of a documentary which he produced, titled Batuk.

The 2022 Cannes Film Festival poster unveiled

The Cannes Film Festival returns to its usual pre-pandemic dates, and will take place from May 17 to 28, 2022. 75th edition of the prestigious film competition unveiled, on Tuesday April 19, less than a month before the rise of the steps, his legendary official poster. It is this time inspired bya cult scene from the movie The Truman Show, released in 1998 and worn by actor Jim Carrey. A few weeks ago, eighteen films have been announced to participate in the race for the Palme d’Or. Thursday, April 21, seventeen new movies have been added to the official selection. The composition of the jury, the name of the president and the film that will close the festival have not yet been announced. To be continued, therefore.