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Panahis Wins Top Prize at Cannes Amidst Arson Attack
The Cannes Film Festival awarded its top prize to Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahis' "Un Simple Accident," a film tackling imprisonment and violence under the Iranian regime; the Jury Prize was shared, and a power outage caused by suspected arson did not interrupt the ceremony.
Panahis Wins Top Prize at Cannes Amidst Arson Attack
The Cannes Film Festival awarded its top prize to Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahis' "Un Simple Accident," a film tackling imprisonment and violence under the Iranian regime; the Jury Prize was shared, and a power outage caused by suspected arson did not interrupt the ceremony.
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Homebound" Receives Nine-Minute Ovation at Cannes
Neeraj Ghaywan's "Homebound," inspired by a New York Times article, premiered at Cannes' "Un Certain Regard" section, receiving a nine-minute standing ovation; the film, executive produced by Martin Scorsese, portrays the journey of two friends, one Muslim and one Dalit, during India's COVID-19 lock...
Homebound" Receives Nine-Minute Ovation at Cannes
Neeraj Ghaywan's "Homebound," inspired by a New York Times article, premiered at Cannes' "Un Certain Regard" section, receiving a nine-minute standing ovation; the film, executive produced by Martin Scorsese, portrays the journey of two friends, one Muslim and one Dalit, during India's COVID-19 lock...
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Sentimental Value" Receives 15-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes
Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value" premiered at Cannes, receiving a 15-minute standing ovation, the third longest in the festival's history; starring Renate Reinsve, who previously won Best Actress for Trier's "The Worst Person in the World," the film explores family, sisterhood, and forgiveness.
Sentimental Value" Receives 15-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes
Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value" premiered at Cannes, receiving a 15-minute standing ovation, the third longest in the festival's history; starring Renate Reinsve, who previously won Best Actress for Trier's "The Worst Person in the World," the film explores family, sisterhood, and forgiveness.
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The Secret Agent": A Brazilian Thriller Exposing 1970s Dictatorship
Set in 1970s Brazil during Carnival, Kleber Mendonça Filho's "The Secret Agent" follows a widowed academic, Marcelo, fleeing government persecution, navigating corrupt officials and assassins while seeking to escape with his son, blending pulpy action with social commentary on the anxieties of ordin...
The Secret Agent": A Brazilian Thriller Exposing 1970s Dictatorship
Set in 1970s Brazil during Carnival, Kleber Mendonça Filho's "The Secret Agent" follows a widowed academic, Marcelo, fleeing government persecution, navigating corrupt officials and assassins while seeking to escape with his son, blending pulpy action with social commentary on the anxieties of ordin...
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Bi Gan's "Resurrection": A Fantastical Journey Through Chinese History
Bi Gan's "Resurrection," a visually ambitious film premiering at Cannes, follows a 'Fantasmer' who can reincarnate through dreaming, his journey spanning various historical periods in China, culminating on New Year's Eve 1999, symbolizing the nation's transition into the new millennium.
Bi Gan's "Resurrection": A Fantastical Journey Through Chinese History
Bi Gan's "Resurrection," a visually ambitious film premiering at Cannes, follows a 'Fantasmer' who can reincarnate through dreaming, his journey spanning various historical periods in China, culminating on New Year's Eve 1999, symbolizing the nation's transition into the new millennium.
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Panahi's Cannes Return Highlights Iran's Artistic Resistance
Jafar Panahi, an Iranian filmmaker imprisoned for activism, premiered his new film "A Simple Accident" at the Cannes Film Festival, his first international appearance in 15 years, showcasing the resilience of Iranian humor in the face of oppression and censorship.
Panahi's Cannes Return Highlights Iran's Artistic Resistance
Jafar Panahi, an Iranian filmmaker imprisoned for activism, premiered his new film "A Simple Accident" at the Cannes Film Festival, his first international appearance in 15 years, showcasing the resilience of Iranian humor in the face of oppression and censorship.
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Cannes Film Festival: Panahi's "A Simple Accident" vs. Controversial "Woman and Child"
At the Cannes Film Festival, Jafar Panahi's "A Simple Accident," a moral fable about revenge, is a top Palme d'Or contender, contrasting with Saeed Roustaee's "Woman and Child," criticized as regime propaganda for its consistent portrayal of women wearing the hijab.
Cannes Film Festival: Panahi's "A Simple Accident" vs. Controversial "Woman and Child"
At the Cannes Film Festival, Jafar Panahi's "A Simple Accident," a moral fable about revenge, is a top Palme d'Or contender, contrasting with Saeed Roustaee's "Woman and Child," criticized as regime propaganda for its consistent portrayal of women wearing the hijab.
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Liège Teen Mothers: A Dardenne Brothers' Film
The Dardenne brothers' latest film, set in a Belgian state home for teen mothers, poignantly depicts the lives of several young women grappling with motherhood, addiction, and family issues, raising complex questions about adoption and societal responsibility.
Liège Teen Mothers: A Dardenne Brothers' Film
The Dardenne brothers' latest film, set in a Belgian state home for teen mothers, poignantly depicts the lives of several young women grappling with motherhood, addiction, and family issues, raising complex questions about adoption and societal responsibility.
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Blanchett's Fund Amplifies Refugee Filmmakers at Cannes
Cate Blanchett's Displacement Film Fund, launched at Cannes, will provide \$100,000 to five refugee filmmakers (from Ukraine, Somalia, Austria, Syria, Iran, and Afghanistan) to create short films premiering at the 2026 Rotterdam Film Festival, aiming to amplify refugee voices in cinema.
Blanchett's Fund Amplifies Refugee Filmmakers at Cannes
Cate Blanchett's Displacement Film Fund, launched at Cannes, will provide \$100,000 to five refugee filmmakers (from Ukraine, Somalia, Austria, Syria, Iran, and Afghanistan) to create short films premiering at the 2026 Rotterdam Film Festival, aiming to amplify refugee voices in cinema.
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Cannes Film Festival: Hollywood Stars Condemn Trump Administration
At the Cannes Film Festival, celebrities like Michelle Rodriguez, Bob De Niro, and Spike Lee criticized Donald Trump's administration for its budget cuts to global AIDS research, trade threats, and undermining of American values, highlighting a significant rift between Hollywood and the US governmen...
Cannes Film Festival: Hollywood Stars Condemn Trump Administration
At the Cannes Film Festival, celebrities like Michelle Rodriguez, Bob De Niro, and Spike Lee criticized Donald Trump's administration for its budget cuts to global AIDS research, trade threats, and undermining of American values, highlighting a significant rift between Hollywood and the US governmen...
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Spacey Honored at Cannes Gala Amidst Sexual Assault Allegations
Kevin Spacey, facing multiple sexual assault allegations in the U.K., received a lifetime achievement award at the Better World Fund gala in Cannes, France, on Tuesday, sparking controversy but also expressing his gratitude for the support of his colleagues.
Spacey Honored at Cannes Gala Amidst Sexual Assault Allegations
Kevin Spacey, facing multiple sexual assault allegations in the U.K., received a lifetime achievement award at the Better World Fund gala in Cannes, France, on Tuesday, sparking controversy but also expressing his gratitude for the support of his colleagues.
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The Phoenician Scheme": Breakout Star and Evolving Plot
Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme", premiering at Cannes, features a breakout performance by Mia Threapleton as a rebellious nun opposite Benicio del Toro, with Michael Cera also starring in his first Anderson film; the film's plot evolved from a dark exploration of industrial excess to a father...
The Phoenician Scheme": Breakout Star and Evolving Plot
Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme", premiering at Cannes, features a breakout performance by Mia Threapleton as a rebellious nun opposite Benicio del Toro, with Michael Cera also starring in his first Anderson film; the film's plot evolved from a dark exploration of industrial excess to a father...
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