What is golden palm award?

The Golden Palm Award, also known as the Palme d'Or, is the highest prize awarded at the annual Cannes Film Festival. It was first introduced in 1955, and since then, it has been presented to the director or the producers of the best film in the official competition.

The award is a golden palm branch encircled by a crystal glass trophy and is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the film industry. It is awarded by a jury of international film professionals, and past winners include legendary filmmakers such as Francis Ford Coppola, Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, and the Coen Brothers, among others.

In addition to the Golden Palm Award, the Cannes Film Festival also presents other prizes such as the Grand Prix, the Jury Prize, Best Actor and Actress, Best Director, and others. These awards recognize outstanding achievements in various categories of filmmaking.