French Prime Minister Jean Castex dashed hopes among art lovers and industry professionals when he announced that theatres, museums and cinemas in France would not be permitted to open before the New Year. Olivia Salazar-Winspear takes a look at some of the frustration felt in the film industry, where producers and distributors had been looking forward to a lucrative moment for new releases.
We also hear from theatre director Nicolas Dubourg, who says the government has sidelined his industry when making decisions to reduce health risks in the context of the coronavirus pandemic.
