Famous stars from around the world gather for the prestigious event. Here are a few shots of the glitz and glamour from a 1962 issue of LIFE magazine.

Philomène Toulouse (above), an art student from Paris who wants to be in pictures, was the only one who thought to bring a fox. She was roundly criticized by animal lovers for keeping the fox leashed and using him to gain publicity. “But,” said Philomène, “I’ve even found him a lady fox in a nearby hotel. They’re madly in love.” Philomène and the fox got big play from cameramen but nary a nibble from moviemakers.

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A scene from Cannes during the International Film Festival, 1962

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Not published in LIFE. Natalie Wood and Warren Beatty, Cannes, 1962.

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Not published in LIFE. German actress Elke Sommer at Cannes, 1962.

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A Dutch actress, her name lost to history, poses for photographers at Cannes in 1962

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Not published in LIFE. Natalie Wood relaxes on a sailboat during the 1962 Cannes Film Festival.

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