CLEAN: Eyes on the prize as Cannes builds to climax

The transcript covers a discussion on the dynamics and unpredictability of a festival, mentioning notable figures like Hanif Qureshi. It includes personal anecdotes and experiences, impressions of the festival's atmosphere, and various miscellaneous thoughts. The conversation reflects on the balance of different elements within the festival and the excitement it generates, despite some considering it flat. Overall, the participants express enjoyment and share diverse perspectives.

What is highlighted as a key feature of the festival in the first section?

• The presence of only high-minded auteurs

• The predictability of the festival's outcomes

• The absence of starlets

• The mix of different types of participants

What is the main topic of discussion in the second section?

• A new film release

• An exciting event involving a cart

• The festival's location

• A famous director's speech

How is the festival described in the final section?

• As a highly competitive event

• As a chaotic gathering

• As a flat yet enjoyable experience

• As a disappointing event

What does the speaker imply about the festival's potential when it is not 'flat'?

• It becomes less enjoyable

• It attracts fewer participants

• It is even more fantastic

• It loses its charm

What is the speaker's overall sentiment towards the festival?

• Disappointment

• Frustration

• Enjoyment

• Indifference