Cannes Film Festival to Open With 1920s-Set French Movie ‘La Venus Electrique’

By Elsa Keslassy

Elsa Keslassy

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Pierre Salvadori’s ambitious period comedy “La Vénus électrique” is set to premiere on opening night of the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival on May 12.

As per Cannes rules, the film – which marks Salvadori’s 11th feature film — will also open in movie theaters across France on the same day.

“Cannes celebrates everything I love about cinema,” Salvadori said. “Direction, boldness, freedom, and filmmakers. Cannes discovers them, supports them, and celebrates them. In its own way, my film embodies all the faith and love I have for my craft,” he continued.

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