The woman was escorted out shortly after the incident. (Image: Twitter)
The act took place on the red carpet just before the screening of Just Philippot’s film ‘Acide’ at Cannes 2023
Amidst the anticipation and excitement surrounding the screening of the Russian film “Acide” at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, a powerful and symbolic act took place on the red carpet. Just before the event began, a woman dressed in the vibrant colors of the Ukrainian flag boldly stepped forward and covered herself in fake blood. The significance of her protest was impossible to ignore, and she was subsequently apprehended by authorities.
In a striking act, the protester donned a yellow-and-blue dress with blue-heeled shoes, exposing capsules of red substance. She poured it on herself with a smile, and the fake blood pooled on the steps of the red carpet. Watch the video-
Earlier, Thierry Frémaux, the esteemed director of the Cannes Film Festival, had already expressed his solidarity with Ukraine before the event kicked off last week. Netizens took to their social media accounts to express their belief that this steadfast attitude demonstrated the festival’s unwavering commitment to supporting the country during these challenging times.
During the opening ceremony of the festival, the famous French actress Catherine Deneuve graced the stage and paid a heartfelt tribute to the war victims. With grace and reverence she recited the poem “Hope” written by Lesya Ukrainka, a celebrated Ukrainian poetess. With her poignant portrayal, Deneuve not only paid tribute to those affected by the conflict, but also shed light on the resilience and unwavering spirit of the Ukrainian people.
