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French publishing protest targets billionaire Bolloré as Cannes begins
- 600 French film industry professionals published a letter at Cannes criticizing Vincent Bolloré’s growing influence over Canal+ and Grasset.
- The signatories warn Bolloré could strengthen his influence to control the entire film production chain.
- The protest group, nicknamed 'Zapper Bolloré', includes notable actors and filmmakers who fear cultural influence over cinema.
- The letter argues this influence could threaten independent cinema and creative freedom at large.
- The article ties Bolloré’s media holdings to a broader crisis at Grasset, following CEO Olivier Nora’s dismissal.
- Signatories condemn a 'civilisational project' they say Bolloré pursues through his media channels.
- The piece notes Canal+ is a major investor in French cinema, complicating independent project funding.
- Authors from various countries joined Grasset's exodus, signaling international support for editorial independence.
- The authors urge a united movement to defend independence in culture against political influence.
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