Cannes Film Festival Faces Potential Strike Amid Labor Disputes

Thierry Frémaux navigates complex labor negotiations as festival workers demand better conditions.

Cannes Film Festival workers, including projectionists and admin staff, threaten strike over labor conditions.
Negotiations ongoing with Collectif des précaires des festivals de cinéma, representing up to 200 workers.
Festival leadership expresses hope for resolution, emphasizes need for qualified temporary staff.
#MeToo discussions play subdued role this year; focus remains on avoiding polemics and prioritizing cinema.
Frémaux addresses potential long-term impact of social movements on film industry, amidst labor unrest.