The Deauville Disconnect: Why Hollywood's Ode to Itself Falls Flat The 52nd American Film Festival in Deauville has kicked off with a predictable lineup of Tinseltown's finest, including Ethan Hawke's latest historical drama and the reunion of Susan Sarandon and Nick Nolte.
However, this year's festivities feel like a nostalgic exercise in self congratulation, celebrating Hollywood's own mythology rather than exploring new ideas.
The festival's guest list is a who's who of Hollywood royalty, with Brendan Fraser and Faye Dunaway set to be honored for their contributions to cinema.