There is a reason why the American Pavilion is the only pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival that charges extra money to enter, even if you are already accredited by the festival itself. Indeed, the usual film or market badge won’t do you any good getting in, except at a few selected events – and, maybe, rightfully so. More than in any other year, 2025 underlined the evolution AmPav has gone through since its initial founding in 1989, as the pavilion has gone from reacting to

No doubt about it: Puerto Fino is one of the best grill restaurants the harbor of Ibiza Town has to offer. Joaquin has a grill that runs on Portuguese charcoal, a thorough understanding of his core product, and a well-trained nose for both seasoning and aging. The exceptionally friendly service and lovely waterfront setting complete what turns out to be a wonderful overall experience. Definitely worth a visit!

For years now, Thai Night has been one of the most talked-about events at the Cannes Film Festival. Thailand has always had a very strong presence, featuring a host of receptions and talks at the Thai Pavilion, while Thai Night has become an event everyone wants to get in, as it blends together many things people come to Cannes for: glamour, diplomacy, business networking, and cinematic ambition, but also great Thai gastronomy and drinks. It’s not just a carefully orchestrate

no ceremony should overshadow the actual purpose of the awards themselves: to recognize the best, most innovative, and sustainable film and television production locations, commissions, and initiatives around the globe. Set against the backdrop of the bustling Cannes Film Festival, the third edition of the Global Production Awards once again shifted the attention from the red carpet to the apparatus that drives the industry and the studios where TV and movie magic gets made –

A first-hand LifeBytes Magazine report on the Global Production Awards 2024, held at the Cannes Film Festival