Prolonged Standing Ovations at Film Festivals

Key Points

• Standing ovations at film festivals like Cannes have become increasingly prolonged and standardized
• The excessive applause may not always reflect the true quality of the films being celebrated
• Institutional factors and societal pressures contribute to the normalization of extended ovations
• Some directors have expressed discomfort with the prolonged ovations

Pros

• Celebration of filmmakers and their work
• Encourages audience participation

Cons

• Excessive praise may mask actual quality of films
• Trend may indicate a decline in cultural significance

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