Cannes Film Festival: What It's Really Like Behind the Scenes

Cannes Film Festival: What It's Really Like Behind the Scenes

June 4, 2026 · 47 min

About this episode

Whitney Uland and Alex Stewart discuss their experiences at the Cannes Film Festival, revealing insights and surprises about the event.

What is the Cannes Film Festival actually like? After my third trip to Cannes—and Alex Stewart's first—we're breaking down what surprised us, what nobody tells you before you go, and why Cannes is so different from what most people imagine. In this episode, we discuss: • What the Cannes Film Festival is really like for first-time attendees• Why Cannes isn't what most people expect• The unspoken rules and culture of navigating film festivals• Building relationships and opportunities in the entertainment industry• Visibility, celebrity, and what Cannes reveals about how fame actually works 📲 Find me on Instagram: @whitneyuland 🎤 TikTok: @whitneyuland 📲 Connect with Alex Stewart:Instagram: @alexandrastewart ✨ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with a fellow future celeb! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. For ad inquiries please email: whitney@58ember.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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