In the luminous realm of the Cannes Film Festival, where the silver screen meets the shimmering sea, a convergence of cinematic artistry and humanitarian endeavor will take center stage on May 15th, 2024. The Better World Fund supported by Chic Icon as the Official Media Partner, and in collaboration with the esteemed Bestway Healthcare Group and under the patronage of MP Eric Alauzet, President of the France-China Friendship Group at the French National Assembly, orchestrated an evening of unparalleled elegance and altruism at the legendary Carlton Hotel.
Celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between France and China, the gala will radiate with a spirit of cultural symbiosis, underscored by a shared commitment to the greater good. The event pulsates with a mission to harness the transformative power of music, as proceeds flow towards the Lang Lang International Music Foundation, igniting hope and opportunity for underprivileged children through the universal language of melody.
Amidst the opulence of the Carlton Hotel, luminaries from across the globe will grace the soirée. The illustrious Juliette Binoche, the esteemed First Lady of Iceland, Eliza Reid, and Mohamed Abou El Enein, the venerable Speaker of the Egyptian House of Representatives, will converge in a harmonious tapestry of cultural diplomacy and philanthropy.
The ethereal notes of Lang Lang’s piano and the mellifluous melodies of Joyce Jonathan will intertwine, weaving a mesmerizing tableau of artistic synergy. Their performances, a testament to the cultural bridge between France and China, cast a spell upon the audience, transcending boundaries and fostering a sense of collective humanity.
The masterclass on 16 May at 10.30am in the Carlton Hotel streaming with HerFlix will herald a continuation of the gala’s ethos, as Guila Clara Kessous, a luminary named a Unesco Artist for Peace, will impart wisdom on the endemic inequalities plaguing women worldwide. Her exclusive master class will serve as a poignant reminder of the imperative to dismantle barriers and foster inclusivity on a global scale. Other speakers: Her Excellency Eliza Jean Reid — First Lady of Iceland; Sophie Yannicopoulos — General Director of Adobe France; Aurelia Khazan – Ambassador for Peace of Universal Circle of Ambassadors of Peace; Najat Vallaud Belkacem – former minister of women’s rights in France; HRH Princess Camilla of Bourbon Two Sicilies, Duchess of Castro; HRH Princess Maria Carolina of Bourbon Two Sicilies, Duchess of Calabre; HRH Princess Béatrice of Bourbon-Two Sicilies; Jacqueline Zheng – Founder and Chair of Bestway Healthcare Group; Mohamed Aboueleneen – Vice President of the Egyptian House of Representatives; Valentina Castellani-Quinn – Quinn Studios Entertainment; Adriana Shaw — President & Founder of HerFlix; Nicola Pearcey — Lionsgate UK; Francesco Ranieri Martinotti — President of ANAC; Andrea Guerra – Academy Award Nominated Composer; Joanna Plafsky President of Joanna Plafsky Films; Alessandra Speciale – Giuria Venice Film Festival; Riccardo Romani – Robusto Films President; Alfonso Cuaron – Esperanto Fimoj’s, Monika Bacardi.
In the tapestry of human endeavor, the Better World Fund emerges as a luminary, illuminating the path toward a brighter tomorrow. With a steadfast commitment to leveraging the transformative power of cinema for social, educational, and environmental causes, they stand as a testament to the boundless potential of collective action in service of a more equitable world.
Manuel Collas de la Roche, President and Founder of the Better World Fund, tirelessly pursues global change by leveraging disruptive ideas and influential figures. Through strategic initiatives and the power of cinema, he catalyzes collective activism to address pressing issues like labor rights and environmental sustainability in the fashion industry, aiming for tangible, transformative outcomes. He eloquently stated, “Raising awareness is an essential pillar of the art form, as is the need to provide greater visibility to powerful and engaging films, all driven by the desire to make a positive impact on the world.” In the hallowed halls of Cannes, his words reverberate a clarion call to action in pursuit of a more just and compassionate world.
It is important to note that the Cannes event held thanks to the precious support of Bestway Healthcare Group, Co-Chair of the Event, Hehe High Jewelry, Clinic Lémanic, 3.14 Casino, Jessica de Mortier, Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca, Lagouarre, Unesco Artiste for Peace : Guila Clara Kessous, Joanna Plafsky, Maia Wine, Parole Paris, Squair Law Firm, Studio Mao, Quinn Studios Entertainment, We Do Sync, Hope Giver Campaign, Chic Icon Magazine, Open Culture Foundation, Luxury Investment Magazine, Rinascimento Magazine, Celebre Magazine.
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