"I can earn between 0 and 300 euros a day": behind the scenes of the "little hands" of the Cannes Film Festival

There are the stars, the red carpet, the glitz. The screenings, the influencers, the conferences bringing together big names in cinema. But behind the glitz of the Cannes Film Festival, which closes its doors this Saturday, May 24, lies an army of "small hands." Often discreet, these makeup artists, hairstylists, masseurs, hosts, and photographers keep the event running, and sometimes fight fiercely to make a name for themselves in this highly competitive world.

For some, the festival is a real boon, sometimes representing impressive financial returns, particularly for professionals working in the luxury sector...