The 32nd edition of the Cannes Film Festival was held for 15 days, from 10 to May 24, 1979 in Cannes in the city of France, awarding the best films from a large part of the world. The president of the jury for the main competition was Françoise Sagan. The movie Hair, opened the festival.
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Winners and Nominees in All Categories
To below is the complete list of the nominees and winners of the 1979 Cannes Film Festival.
