Since it had a major redesign in 1984, when it took inspiration from the Academy Awards in Hollywood, the Cannes Film Festival has been synonymous with its famous red carpet, a 60-meter stretch of fabric that covers the 24 steps leading up to the Palais.

There's complex etiquette and a rich history behind the French film festival's red-carpet ban of "naked" or "voluminous" dressing.

CANNES, France — The 78th Cannes Film Festival got underway Tuesday, kicking off two weeks of French Riviera frenzy. Here are five things to look for at this year’s Cannes: It might still be springtime, but, make no mistake, multiple Oscar campaigns will be launched in Cannes.