VOICED : Festival de Cannes prepara 70ª edicion en polemica con Netflix

The 70th Cannes Film Festival features 19 films competing for the Palme d'Or, with the U.S. and France leading the selection. Controversy arises as Netflix films won't be shown in traditional cinemas, prompting rule changes for 2018. Notably, no Ibero-American films are in the official competition, though Pedro Almodóvar presides over the jury. Parallel sections will showcase films from Argentina, Mexico, Venezuela, and Brazil.

What is the main controversy surrounding the films Meyerowitz Stories and Okja at the Cannes Film Festival?

• They are not in the official competition.

• They are not in English.

• They are produced by a controversial director.

• They will not be shown in traditional cinemas.

What change did the Cannes Film Festival organizers implement for the 2018 edition?

• Increasing the number of films in competition.

• Requiring films to be distributed in French cinemas.

• Introducing a new award category.

• Allowing more films from Asia.

Who is leading the jury at the Cannes Film Festival this year?

• Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar.

• A famous American actor.

• An award-winning British producer.

• A renowned French director.

Which countries have films featured in the 'Un Certain Regard' section?

• Spain and Italy.

• Argentina and Mexico.

• Germany and Japan.

• Canada and Australia.

What is the focus of the 'Critics' Week' section at the Cannes Film Festival?

• Promoting animated films.

• Featuring documentaries.

• Highlighting new talents.

• Showcasing classic films.