Actor Michael Douglas delivers a speech after he received the Honorary Palme d’or of the 76th Cannes Film FestivalMANILA, Philippines — Griffon pup Kodi scampered to victory in the Cannes Film Festival's annual Palm Dog for best canine performer — proving he is not just a very good boy but a very fine actor too.Cosmos is hauled before a judge for biting three people, and a young lawyer battles to save him from being put down in this bittersweet Swiss comedy.
But when she received the script, she realized Kodi would have to perform as many as 100 on-camera movements — including a few new tricks. Canine star Xin proved such a hit on set that she was adopted by her human counterpart, Taiwanese superstar Eddie Peng, after filming had finished. Attracting dog lovers, from journalists to Hollywood stars including Quentin Tarantino, the unique and extremely kitsch prize is awarded by bone-a fide film critics, who also pay close attention to animal welfare on set.Initially conceived as a bit of a joke, it has become a valuable way for Cannes movies to earn extra attention.Last year's Palm Dog winner Messi — star of "Anatomy of a Fall" — was invited back to "interview" stars on the red carpet.