I guess the French have found their Jerry Lewis for the 21st century.

'Fahrenheit 9/11' Is Awarded Prize as Best Film at Cannes



"What have you done?" Mr. Moore said, after receiving a standing ovation. Indeed.

While "Fahrenheit 9/11" was well-received by Cannes audiences, many critics considered it inferior to Bowling for Columbine," the documentary that earned Mr. Moore a special prize at Cannes in 2002.

Some critics had speculated that if "Fahrenheit 9/11" won the top prize, it would be more for the film's politics than its cinematic value.