The 2002 Brian De Palma film “Femme Fatale” was filmed in France. The opening heist scene where Laure, played by Rebecca Romijn, attempts to obtain some diamonds, takes place at the Cannes Film Festival.

LOCATION: Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, 1 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes, France

The festival was taking place during one of our visits.

This entrance isn’t seen in the film, but here is another view from the festival.