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Cannes Film Festival's increasingly long standing ovations, often exceeding several minutes, are analyzed as a sign of the film industry's decline. The practice, fueled by the festival's production techniques and media coverage, masks a dwindling relevance. While once a rare occurrence, lengthy ovations are now the norm, replacing the past tradition of open booing. This excessive display is seen as a compensatory mechanism for a potentially less impactful art form.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.