KRISTEN STEWART, ZOEY DEUTCH, ZAR AMIR EBRAMI ATTEND GLITZY DEAUVILLE FESTIVAL BASH HOSTED BY CANAL+ AND CHANEL
Deauville, France - The crème de la crème of French cinema and American stars gathered at the Deauville American Film Festival on Friday evening for a glitzy dinner hosted by Canal Group and Chanel. Kristen Stewart, Zoey Deutch, and Zar Amir Ebrahimi were among the A-list attendees who turned up to celebrate both French and American talent.
The event, held at Les Franciscaines, a historic landmark dating back to 1875, was a testament to the festival's commitment to showcasing global cinema. "It's an honor to be part of this celebration," said Stewart, who was in attendance with her film "Chronology of Water." "French and American talent coming together is a beautiful thing."
The Deauville American Film Festival has been running for over 50 years, making it one of the oldest and most prestigious film festivals in Europe. This year's edition saw Joel Edgerton take home the top award for his thriller "The Plague," produced by Plan B.
For Chanel, which has been a long-time supporter of the festival, hosting this event was a chance to showcase its commitment to the arts. "We're thrilled to be part of this celebration," said Virginie Viard, Creative Director at Chanel. "French and American talent coming together is a beautiful thing."
The Deauville American Film Festival continues until September 15, with several more screenings and events scheduled throughout the week.
Background:
The Deauville American Film Festival has been running since 1975, making it one of the oldest film festivals in Europe. The festival showcases a selection of American films to a French audience, providing a unique platform for international collaboration and exchange.
Additional Perspectives:
"This event is a testament to the power of cinema to bring people together," said François Goize, President of the Deauville American Film Festival.
"We're proud to be part of this celebration, which highlights the importance of cultural exchange between France and the United States," added Virginie Viard.
Current Status:
The Deauville American Film Festival continues until September 15, with several more screenings and events scheduled throughout the week. The festival will conclude on Sunday with an awards ceremony, where the winners of this year's competition will be announced.
*Reporting by Variety.*
