The 77th Cannes International Film Festival kicked off on May 14 local time, with a star-studded red carpet ceremony. However, this year's red carpet seems to be a little different. Although Chinese celebrities are dressed up to attend, there are few close-ups of official shots, and even the costumes of international actress Gong Li have not received enough attention.
Surprisingly, an Internet celebrity from China, Li Meiyue, appeared in Cannes in a big northeastern flower dress, and actually got a minute-long official close-up. It is reported that this may be related to her early arrival at the scene. Li Meiyue's unique look this time, the traditional Northeast flower pattern contrasts sharply with the high-end fashion of the international film festival, which is eye-catching.
This phenomenon has sparked widespread discussion. Some people questioned why Cannes officials gave an internet celebrity so much time on camera, while being stingy with professional actors. Some people also believe that this just reflects the influence of the current short video era, and the Internet celebrity economy is quietly changing the ecology of traditional film festivals.
In any case, Li Meiyue's appearance added a unique touch of color to this year's Cannes Film Festival. This mixed-race influencer from the Northeast has shown the world the diverse charm of Chinese culture in his own way. Her appearance may herald the dawn of a new era in which everyone has the opportunity to shine on the international stage.
I hope that in the future, there will be more Chinese faces like Li Meiyue who have the courage to break through and show themselves, step onto the world stage, and tell the Chinese stories that belong to this generation. At the same time, it is also hoped that the traditional film festival can keep pace with the times and embrace this era of renewal with a more open and inclusive attitude.