This second edition of CannesSeries has been a real success! Congratulations are due to the organizers and to the Mayor of Cannes, David Lisnard, who delivered a “flawless performance.” Everything was top-notch in welcoming the actors, directors, and the 25,000 spectators who attended the Festival, 5,000 more than last year.

We also thank David Lisnard and the City of Cannes for allowing Cannois to attend the screenings so easily, and above all, free of charge.

David Lisnard, Mayor of Cannes

The actors on the Pink Carpet

Ramzy.

The Closing of Ceremony :

Hosted by Monsieur Poulpe, who arrived riding a horse onto the stage of the Palais des Festivals, which was sold out, this Closing Ceremony, attended by the Mayor of Cannes and his wife, offered spectators an hour of relaxation. Sketches, humor, the guests’ understated style, Monsieur Poulpe’s very professional hosting, and the Palmarès of winners:

Best Series Award: Perfect Life, Spain.

Acting Award: Reshef Levi, for the series “Nehama,” Israel

Best Series Music Award: Christoph M. Kaiser and Julian Maas for the series “A New Era,” Germany.

Best Screenplay Award: Bert Van Dael and Sanne Nuyens, for the series “The Twelve,” Belgium.

A Special Acting Award was presented to the three actresses of the series “Perfect Life,” Spain: Laeticia Dolera, Celia Freijeiro and Aixa Villagrán.

Not to forget the Best Short Series Award: Over And Out, Australia.

Everyone was moved by Reshef Levi’s touching speech.

Mr. Poulpe and his horse on stage

Years And Years

Following the Closing Ceremony, spectators were able to watch in preview the first episode of the British series by Russell T Davies, starring Emma Thompson.

A true masterpiece, the audience did honor to the first episode, and we are eager to see the remaining episodes. At the end of the screening, Russell T Davies and Russell Tovey were warmly applauded. With pleasure, kindness and great humility, they accepted selfies with spectators and also chatted with them.

See you next year for the 3rd edition!

Russell T Davies

Russell Tovey

Source: Photos: Alex Benchetrit