There are hundreds of photographers at every Cannes premiere, snapping photos of anything that moves. Picture editors are inundated with red carpet photos. Here at IBTimesUK we have received more than 40,000 Cannes pictures in the last week just from Getty Images.

Seasoned actors know they have to do something extra to ensure their film gets noticed – but what? Here's our handy guide to making sure you stand out.

Perform a weird and wacky stunt:

Appear with a spectacular prop:

Flash the flesh:

Kiss your co-star:

Support a Cause/Make a statement:

Pull a silly face:

Wear a BIG dress:

Wear a bonkers dress:

Accessorise:

Failing all of the above, simply be a goddess: