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Na Hong-jin's sci-fi creature feature 'Hope' premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, earning a 6-7 minute standing ovation from the audience. The film generated significant buzz and received mixed but often enthusiastic reviews from critics.
The Cannes Film Festival featured an emotional tribute to the late actor Paul Walker, marking the 25th anniversary of the 'Fast & Furious' franchise. Co-star Vin Diesel delivered a tearful speech, honoring Walker's legacy and their bond.
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival officially opened with a glamorous red carpet featuring numerous celebrities, including Demi Moore and Léa Drucker. Director Peter Jackson was honored with an honorary Palme d'Or during the opening ceremony.
The Cannes Film Festival refuses to allow artificial intelligence to "dictate the law" in cinema, said the president of the event on the Croisette, Iris Knobloch, on Thursday, at the opening...
Barbra Streisand is set to receive an honorary Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in May. “It is with a sense of pride and deep humility, that I’m honored to join the company of past Honorary Palme d’Or recipients whose work has long inspired me,” Streisand said in a statement on Wednesday. “In these […]
New Zealand filmmaking icon Peter Jackon will be awarded an honorary Palme d’Or at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. The three-time Oscar-winning director — best known for the blockbuster “Lord of the Rings” trilogy — is set to receive the honor during the opening ceremony of the 79th edition of the festival on May 12.. Jackson joins […]
The Cannes Film Festival featured the premiere of James Gray's film 'Paper Tiger,' starring Adam Driver, Miles Teller, and Scarlett Johansson, which received a lengthy standing ovation. Director Peter Jackson was also honored with an honorary Palme d'Or at the festival's opening ceremony.
A feature documentary titled "Ruben" is in the works, directed by Sigge Eklund, focusing on filmmaker Ruben Östlund and the production of his latest film, "The Entertainment System Is Down."
Palme d’Or winner Ken Loach will return to the Cannes Film Festival for a screening of his Spanish Civil War drama 'Land and Freedom' as part of the Cinéma de Plage lineup.
Paweł Pawlikowski's latest feature film, 'Fatherland', has unveiled its first look image as it heads to Cannes. The image shows stars Sandra Hüller and Hanns Zischler looking stoic, with the film centering on a complex relationship.
EXCLUSIVE: Bummer. Two time Palme d’Or winner Ruben Östlund won’t be at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival with buzzy new movie The Entertainment System Is Down, we understand from sources.
Peter Jackson to Receive Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival AP News
The Cannes Film Festival saw John Travolta receive an honorary Palme, while several new films, including "Gentle Monster" starring Léa Seydoux, premiered to critical attention. Discussions also covered the festival's overall focus and celebrity appearances.
The Cannes Film Festival is underway, featuring reviews of new films like "Ashes" and "Nagi Notes." The event also drew numerous celebrities, including Demi Moore, Jane Fonda, Joan Collins, and the cast of "Fast and Furious."
Organizers of the Cannes Film Festival have announced that 21 films will be competing for the prestigious Palme d'Or award in the main competition program this year.
Arte France has joined the production of 'Hormones,' a new period drama series from TOP – The Originals Productions, known for the espionage thriller 'The Bureau'.
Gkids has acquired US, Canadian, UK, and Irish distribution rights to Look Back, the latest project from Palme d’Or winner Hirokazu Kore-eda (Shoplifters). The feature is the first live-action adaptation of the popular manga ‘Look Back’ by Tatsuki Fujimoto (Chainsaw Man). The film was shot in Nikaho City in northern Japan and is currently in […]