In the tradition of all things animated finding appreciation at Cannes (from Shrek to Persepolis), Jack Black and Angelina Jolie’s new film, Kung Fu Panda, made its debut on the French Riviera.

Angelina Jolie arrives at the Kung Fu Panda Party at Carlton Beach during the 61st International Cannes Film Festival.

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Jack Black gets in the Kung Fu spirit.

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Jeffrey Katzenberg and Brad Pitt arrive at the Kung Fu Panda party.

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Kung Fu Panda directors John Stevenson and Mark Osborne take a bow.

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