What is the "Fake Cannes Film Festival Streaming Access Scam" scam in Cannes?

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During and around the Cannes Film Festival in May, fraudulent websites and social media ads offer exclusive "live streaming passes" or "press credential registrations" for €30–€150. Payment is taken but no credentials are delivered. Some sites clone the official Festival de Cannes branding precisely enough to fool inattentive buyers. Only purchase tickets or accreditation through the official Festival de Cannes website (festival-cannes.com). Be sceptical of any third-party site offering screening access or press passes — the festival does not sell public tickets through intermediaries.

Online Scams in Cannes

Fake Cannes Film Festival Streaming Access Scam

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