Although its origins may be attributed in part to the French desire to compete with Autumn’s Venice Film Festival, in 1951 Cannes was moved to spring to avoid a fall clash.In 1955, the Palme d’Or was created, replacing the Grand Prix du Festival which had been given until that year. In 1957, Dolores del Rio was the first female member of the jury as a Sélection officielle – Member.
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