Cannes Film Festival Quiz

What is the most publicized event in the world after the Cannes Film Festival?

• The World Cup

• The Super Bowl

• The Olympic Games

• The Grammy Awards

When did the first edition of the Cannes Film Festival actually take place?

• 1962

• 1950

• 1946

• 1931

Who created the Cannes Film Festival?

• Jacques Deray

• Louis Malle

• Costa-Gavras

• Jean Zay

What is the name of the most prestigious auditorium in the Palais des Festivals?

• The Lumière Auditorium

• The Majestic Auditorium

• The Riviera Auditorium

• The Cannes Auditorium

How many seats does the Lumière Auditorium have?

• 1500

• 2500

• 2000

• 2309

What percentage of Cannes' hotel rooms are four or five stars during the festival?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

What was the estimated economic impact of the Cannes Film Festival on the national level in 2014?

• 100 million euros

• 200 million euros

• 150 million euros

• 195 million euros

Which award is considered the highest honor at the Cannes Film Festival?

• Palme d'Or

• Grand Prix

• Jury Prize

• Best Director

In which month is the Cannes Film Festival traditionally held?

• April

• May

• June

• July

Which country hosts the Cannes Film Festival?

• Italy

• Spain

• France

• Germany