Surviving and thriving at the Cannes Film Festival -- is exceptionally well presented in "Cannes - A Festival Virgin's Guide." This is the leading handbook for filmmakers and film industry professionals looking to attend the Cannes Film Festival for the first time. Demystifying the event and providing practical advice for attending, this book is about helping you make the most of your visit to the world's most important film festival. The chapters describe in detail the city and environs, the festival, the business of the festival, and conclude with interviews with industry professionals, from publicists to producers.