French cinema is facing turmoil as over 600 professionals signed a petition against Vincent Bolloré's influence in the industry ahead of the Cannes Festival. The petition, initiated by 'Zapper Bolloré', has garnered nearly 3,500 signatures, including notable figures like Javier Bardem and Adèle Haenel. Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada responded with threats to cease collaboration with signatories, raising concerns about freedom of speech. Legal experts warn that Canal+ has obligations to promote media pluralism, while calls for dialogue and mediation have emerged from industry bodies.