Multiple films and directors were highlighted in recent festival coverage.
Bruno Dumont's latest project focuses on children in a romantic story set by the sea. Ira Sachs' film received attention for its portrayal of life in 1980s New York. Other updates include box office projections for a Star Wars title and awards from Critics' Week.
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The 79th Cannes Film Festival closed on Saturday evening with the Palme d'Or awarded to Cristian Mungiu for Fjord.
The Cannes Film Festival continues with appearances by numerous actors and directors promoting their projects.
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The 79th Cannes Film Festival began on Tuesday with the premiere of Pierre Salvadori’s The Electric Kiss as the opening film. Stars and international filmmakers arrived on the Croisette in the French Riviera resort town for the event, which runs through May 23.
On May 13 2026 the Cannes red carpet welcomed numerous celebrities for the screening of the film La Vie d’une femme.
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CAA teamed with Finch & Partners to host an exclusive symposium on the future of film during the Cannes Film Festival. The private gathering drew top filmmakers, studio executives and financiers to discuss industry challenges including artificial intelligence and audience engagement.
Several independent films began limited runs in New York and other cities this weekend. The releases include a psycho-sexual thriller and a documentary on musician Linda Perry timed to her new album.
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The president of ICAIC announced the participation of three Cuban films in the 40th Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival held in Bologna until June 28.