Cannes festival mourns Manchester terror attack with minute silence

May 23, 2017 20:43

The Cannes Film Festival will observe a minute of silence to show its solidarity with the victims of Manchester terror attack that claimed the lives of 22 people, including children.

In a statement, the festival expressed its "horror, anger and immense sadness" over the attack.

"This is yet another attack on culture, youth and joyfulness, on our freedom, generosity and tolerance, all things that the Festival and those who make it possible - the artists, professionals and spectators -- hold dear.

"The Festival de Cannes invites all festival-goers to show their solidarity with the victims, their families and the British people by observing a minute's silence this Tuesday 23 May at 3 pm (local time)," the statement read.

According to reports, the festival has also dropped plans to celebrate its 70th anniversary with fireworks.

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