Overlooked in the discussion of film festivals is the fact that many festivals are more concerned with commerce than art. The prominence of Cannes can be accounted for as a major market for worldwide distribution; a long-established reputation; and a nice place to hangout on an expense account while catching up with old friends and business contacts. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Cal Pryluck, Radio-Television-Film, Temple University, Philadelphia <[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]>