Cannes Film Festival Draws Stars Amid Tensions Over Trump’s Movie Tariffs, Fremaux Comments, Russia and Argentina Absent

The Cannes Film Festival has attracted numerous high-profile celebrities this year, including Robert De Niro, Scarlett Johansson, Bono Vox, Tom Cruise, Joaquin Phoenix, and Nicole Kidman. However, the event is marked by underlying tensions related to U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on foreign-produced movies. Thierry Fremaux, the festival's chief, expressed uncertainty and frustration over the inconsistent statements made by Trump regarding these tariffs. Additionally, the festival has seen the absence of Russian and Argentine participants, which has been noted with regret by the festival director. Despite these challenges, Trump has attempted to reassure the entertainment industry, stating that iconic franchises like James Bond have nothing to worry about amid the new tariffs.