The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is set to open amidst an undercurrent of tension. The festival is taking place against the backdrop of global unrest, with protests, war, and the ongoing #MeToo movement in France. French actress Judith Godrèche, who accused filmmakers Benoît Jacquot and Jacques Doillon of sexually assaulting her during her teenage years, is leading the charge for change. Her short film ‘Moi Aussi’ will premiere at Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section, shedding light on the pervasive nature of abuse in the film industry and society. The festival is also gearing up for potential MeToo allegations, with rumors swirling about a secret list of influential men implicated in abusive behavior towards women. Cannes Film Festival president Iris Knobloch has taken proactive measures by enlisting a crisis management PR firm to handle the potential fallout.