Not many films have been saved at the last moment by a press tour. When the film is picture-locked, sound mixed and in the can, there’s not a lot to be done for it, beyond putting it out there for people to assess. John Travolta clearly does not believe in that nonsense. Showing up at the Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of his directorial debut, Propeller One-Way Night Coach, the 72-year-old screen legend sported a new look. Chiselled Mr Worldwide facial hair, tented fingers and knockabout posture weren’t the features to write home about, oh no: it was the beret that drew the spotlight. Days of the festival would pass, and Travolta would make a new appearance with a fresh beret at various intervals;…
