Summary 82 women took part in a Cannes protest against sexual harassment in the film industry.
(Dunya News) - Dozens of women film stars have held a protest at the Cannes film festival against gender-based discrimination in the industry.
I am honored to share that I will be one of 82 women on the steps of the Palais tonight. We will stand for the 82 women directors hat have been in the official selection. 1,645 films have been directed by men. This is very emotional for me and is massive milestone towards change.
— Melissa Silverstein (@melsil) May 12, 2018
Cate Blanchett, Kristen Stewart and Salma Hayek were among those taking part in the red-carpet demonstration.
The prestigious Cannes festival has come under criticism for failing to showcase more films by women directors.
The protest comes after a period of turmoil in the industry following allegations of sexual harassment.
This is the first Cannes festival since allegations of sexual abuse were first made against producer Harvey Weinstein last year. He has always denied engaging in non-consensual sex.
