CLEAN : Cannes film festival launches race for 2014 Palme dOr

The transcript discusses the context of film competitions, highlighting the contributions of established filmmakers like Johnny Gaddar, Mike Lee, and Ken Loach. It emphasizes the cyclical nature of film production and the emergence of new filmmakers who are gaining recognition in prestigious festivals like Cannes.

How does the speaker describe the competition in filmmaking?

Who are some of the filmmakers mentioned in the text?

What does the phrase 'aggression makers of their time' refer to?

What does the speaker imply about the frequency of good films made by certain filmmakers?

What is suggested about the new names in the second half of the film industry?