Cannes Film Festival Goes Mobile: Bringing Art House Cinema to the People

Cannes Film Festival Expands Reach with Mobile Cinema Truck The 2025 Cannes Film Festival saw an innovative approach to film accessibility this year, with the introduction of CinéMo, a mobile cinema truck operated by Art Explora in partnership with Canal+. This initiative brought screenings of art-house films to the La Bocca Nord Rangui neighborhood, a community that may not typically have access to such events. The truck itself is a fully equipped, 72-seat cinema on wheels, offering a comfortable and immersive viewing experience. "It's like being at the festival without actually being at the festival," remarked one attendee, highlighting the unique atmosphere. Another added, "It makes the neighborhood feel cinephile." Valentine Rofman, the manager of CinéMo, explained that the project aims to "share art-house cinema with everyone, especially those who are far from it." The program included screenings of two films from the 2025 selection, as well as other popular films, and featured mediation sessions and Q&As. The success of CinéMo demonstrates the potential for creative solutions to broaden access to cultural events. The positive feedback from residents of La Bocca Nord Rangui underscores the impact of bringing cinema directly to their community.