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Hit the Beach in France

Thursday May 26, 2005
Now that the weather is warming, the idea of the beach is so alluring. You don't even have to wait to enjoy some of France's southern beaches. France might be ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 22 Report: Au Revoir, Celebrities!

Sunday May 22, 2005
Sadly, the Cannes Film Festival is coming to a close. All the movies have been screened, and all the winners selected. Today, the festival grounds will host screenings of every ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 21 Report Part Two: And the Winners are...

Saturday May 21, 2005
The prestigious and coveted Palme d'Or went to "The Child," the second golden palm award received by brother directors Luc and Jean-Pierre Dardenne (and their fifth visit to Cannes). The ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 21 Report: They've Got the Blues

Saturday May 21, 2005
The Cannes Film Festival closing weekend begins today, marked by the announcement of the Palme d'Or (watch this spot for the winner) and the world premier of Chromophobia. Tonight will ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 20 Report: Tommy Lee Jones is Da Man

Friday May 20, 2005
Tommy Lee Jones may seem like a veteran and grizzled Hollywood celebrity, but today he gets to revel in his role as a rookie. The screening of his film, "The ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 19 Report: Red-(Carpet)-Hot Actresses

Thursday May 19, 2005
Why star in one Cannes Film Festival flick when you can be in two? Apparently, that's what both Natalie Portman and Jessica Lange thought this year. Portman will surely get ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 18 Report: Sinfully Delicious

Wednesday May 18, 2005
"Sin City," which has already received tons of critical praise, now faces the distinguished Cannes judges during its screening today. Directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller, the film's cast ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 17 Report: Bill Murray's Artsy Side

Tuesday May 17, 2005
OK. Seeing, "Lost in Translation," certainly convinced most people that Bill Murrary can do the deeper, art film. Believe it or not, this is the fourth time since 1993 a ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 16 Report: Viggo and Violence

Monday May 16, 2005
Life in a quiet town is suddenly shattered for Viggo Mortensen's character in, "A History of Violence." Mortensen plays Tom Stall, whose peaceful life in a small Indiana town is ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 15 Report: Star Wars Mania

Sunday May 15, 2005
There's no doubt about it. The biggest buzz at the 2005 Cannes Film Festival isn't even a movie in competition. "Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith," is taking ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 14 Report: Love, San Fernando Valley Style

Saturday May 14, 2005
Has Edward Norton ever been bad in a movie? Today's Cannes Film Festival highlight is a movie starring him, "Down in the Valley," directed by David Jacobson and also starring ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 13 Report: Last Days and Dark Secrets

Friday May 13, 2005
Today's showings feature two exciting offerings. "Last Days," director by Gus Van Sant and starring Michael Pitt and Lukas Haas, follows loner artist Blake (Pitt) through a few of his ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 12 Report: Visions of War in Iraq

Thursday May 12, 2005
War in Iraq is certainly a hot topic these days. Director Hiner Saleem's, "Kilometre Zero," delves into the life of a young father and husband who is forced to join ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival May 11 Report: Opening Night

Wednesday May 11, 2005
The 2005 Cannes Film Festival will open this evening with much pomp and circumstance. The day's showings will just feature the festival's opening film, "Lemming," a French movie directed by ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival 2005 Daily Coverage

Tuesday May 10, 2005
Get ready. Get set. Roll out the red carpets! Cannes Film Festival 2005, which starts tomorrow, promises to be filled with excitement, future blockbuster films and unforgettable art flicks. The ... Read More

Top Cannes Film Festival Winning Movies on Video

Saturday May 7, 2005
The Cannes Fim Festival puts film makers and actors on the map. Even low-budget ventures by unknowns that get the Cannes stamp of approval usually go on to blockbuster box ... Read More

Top Attractions in Cannes

Thursday May 5, 2005
Cannes, best known for its annual film festival, is a delightful city to visit any time of the year. Dignified and upscale, this Riviera city lies on the Mediterranean shore. ... Read More

Cannes Film Festival Photo Gallery

Tuesday May 3, 2005
Cannes, home of the world-famous film festival that attracts celebrities and fans alike, is a wonderful Riviera beach town. Near the waterfront, there are shops catering to the rich and ... Read More

VE Day 60th Anniversary

Sunday May 1, 2005
In one week, the 60th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (or VE Day) will be here. Be sure you honor this crucial date in history. Here are some ideas: Plan ... Read More

Visiting Cannes During the Film Festival

Sunday May 1, 2005
The Cannes Film Festival offers visitors a chance to bask on the beach, do some serious shopping and even spot a celebrity or two. Don't expect to get into the ... Read More
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