United Kingdom, May 13 -- Cannes Film Festival has officially banned "nudity" and "voluminous outfits" on its red carpets.

The annual event - which is returning for the 78th time and is one of the most prestigious festivals in the movie industry's calendar - has updated its red carpet dress code in time for today's (13.05.25) opening.

The official charter reads: "For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as in any other area of the festival.

"Voluminous outfits, in particular those with a large train, that hinder the proper flow of traffic of guests and complicate seating in the theater are not permitted.

"The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting t...