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Mainstream media outlets like Variety noted that the response from theater audiences in France was muted. Reports describe people whispering out of boredom during the screenings, a clear sign that the film did not resonate emotionally or entertainment-wise with those in attendance. Interestingly, while the crowd offered a polite five-minute standing ovation, this is considered more of a gentlemanly gesture than genuine enthusiasm, especially in a setting like Cannes, known for celebrating blockbuster cinema.