Hollywood studios and major players like Netflix appear to be absent from the 2026 Cannes film festival. The reason for this absence is unclear, but some reports suggest it may be related to a backlash against certain actors who have spoken out on issues such as the Gaza war and anti-israel activism. There are conflicting views on the situation, with some criticizing hollywood for allegedly blacklisting certain actors and others accusing some of those actors of promoting antisemitism.