John Travolta surprised with honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival
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Key Points:
- John Travolta received an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival during the premiere of his directorial debut, "Propeller One-Way Night Coach."
- The award was presented by Thierry Frémaux, the festival's artistic director, just before the film screening, leaving Travolta visibly moved.
- Travolta expressed his surprise and gratitude, stating the honor was "beyond the Oscar."
- Travolta, wearing a white beret, attended the event alongside his 26-year-old daughter, Ella Bleu Travolta.
- The film is based on Travolta's own 1997 children's novel, which he wrote, directed, and co-produced.