The 30th Cannes Film Festival was held from 13 to 27 May 1977. The Palme d'Or went to the Padre Padrone by Paolo and Vittorio Taviani. A new non-competitive section, "Le Passé composé", is held at this festival only and focuses on compilations. Wikipedia
Awards: Palme d'Or (Padre Padrone)
Dates: May 13, 1977 – May 27, 1977
Location: Cannes
Closing film: Slap Shot
Opening film: The Bishop's Bedroom