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Kim Taylor-Foster
NewsCannes Close-Up: Producer José Alba on searching for co-pro partners
Alba is in Cannes selling May I Speak With The Enemy.
NewsCannes Close-Up: Spanish director Elena López Riera on a memorable celebrity encounter
López Riera directed El Agua which premiered at Directors’ Fortnight in 2022.
NewsCannes Close-Up: Film France’s Daphné Lora on five reasons to shoot in France
Lora also gives her tips for tips for Cannes newcomers.
NewsCannes Close-Up: Anton’s Louis Balsan on his most memorable deal
Attendees should “prioritise films and build the rest of your schedule around that and not the other way around,” says Balsan.
NewsCannes Close-Up: producer John Bernard on helping Hollywood shoot in France
Bernard also shares his tips for Cannes newcomers.