Yesterday, we shared a few shots of the loveliest actresses in attendance at Cannes 2009 … so today, we move to the other side of the lens to feature a few noteworthy and/or notorious directors. Catch these moviemakers caught up in the fun in Cannes whether they are lunching in cafes, strolling the seashore or deflecting homo-phobic reporters.
Quentin Tarantino ready with Inglourious Basterds

Quentin Tarantino is seen on the Croisette in Cannes Tuesday, one day before the highly anticipated world premier of his latest film Inglourious Basterds.
Ang Lee, Director of Taking Woodstock

Director Ang Lee is confronted with a reporter from a prior press conference. The Brazilian TV personality pressed Ang to explain his tendency to explore homosexual themes in his movies. Ang brushed him off.
Jim Carrey shares a joke with director Robert Zemeckis

Jim Carrey shares a joke with A Christmas Carol director Robert Zemeckis at photo call at the Carlton Hotel in Cannes.
Penelope Cruz and Pedro Almodovar

Here’s a repeat of yesterday’s shot but who’ll complain about another look at Penolope Cruz along with acclaimed Spanish director Pedro Almodovar as they enter the Hotel Palaise for a press conference prior to the world premier of Almodovar’s latest picture, Broken Embraces.
Martin Scorsese honors friend Roger Ebert

Legendary film critic Roger Ebert is joined by friend and director Martin Scorsese in a dedication ceremony to rename the American Pavilion’s press room in Cannes The Roger Ebert Conference Center.
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