Cannes Film Festival 2023: How Much Does Cannes Ticket Cost And What Do Winners Get? All You Need To Know

The 76th Cannes Film Festival 2023 has started today and the cinema enthusiast are all set to make a mark on the red carpet. Just like the Oscars, even the Cannes is the hub of all things cinema extravaganza. As bollywood celebrities like Anushka Sharma too, prepare to debut at Cannes Film Festival, many are wondering about the monetary aspect of the flamboyant film festival. 

Much like the Met Gala 2023, even Cannes Film Festival 2023 ticket cost has become a talking point for netizens. While the event is being held from May 16 to 27, 2023 in Cannes, the resort town on the French Riviera in France, has become the abode of all cinema fans. 

Cannes 2023 Ticket Cost

As far as the cost goes, those with accreditation for the Cannes 2023, can access the online ticket office on the official website of Cannes Film Festival. However, these tickets range from $6,100 to $25,000 as per international media reports. Those who wish to attend Cannes free can reportedly go for open-air screenings at the Cinéma de la Plage every evening from 9:30 pm. 

Do Cannes Winners Get Prize Money?

Over the years, many have wondered if Cannes Film Festival winners get any prize money or not. The answer may not be that direct. While Cannes is all about the glitz, glamour, name and fame, winners of some specific awards do tend to get some prize money as well. 

According to The Sun, the reward for winning the Palme d’Or the Grand Prix is mainly exposure and prestige. However, during La Semaine de la Critique, there are some money rewards kept aside for films.

As per the 2018 report by The Sun (mentioned above), the Leica Cine Discovery Prize for Short Film awards £3,500 and the Louis Roederer Foundation Rising Star award gives £4,400 to the best actor or actress in their first film.

Apart from this, as per the publication, there is also an award given to a first time filmmaker to help distribute their movie in France – The Gan Foundation Award for Distribution gives £17,600 in return for a marketing strategy.