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1 week ago

Gazer review ineffably creepy and unbearably tense noir chiller

This ineffably creepy, often unbearably tense and disquieting film has a little of early Christopher Nolan (the Nolan of Following and Memento), with hints of Lynch and Cronenberg in its hallucinatory episodes.
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fromIndieWire
1 month ago

SCAD Takes Cannes: IndieWire's Future of Filmmaking

SCAD provides unparalleled practical experience for students aiming for careers in film and television.
Film
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Mariska Hargitay Gifted One of Mom Jayne Mansfield's Most Prized Possessions in 'My Mom Jayne'

Mariska Hargitay received her late mother's grand piano for her 60th birthday, a deeply sentimental gesture during her documentary filming.
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago

Cannes 2025 Video #9: Wrap Up | Chaz at Cannes | Roger Ebert

"As I screened dozens of movies this year in Cannes, I've been reminded of what my late husband, Roger Ebert, said is the most noble thing movies can do: make us feel empathy for others."
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trying to get rid of noisy, food-stealing gulls is missing the point it's humans who are the pests | Sophie Pavelle

Hiring hawks from local falconer Christophe Puzin was the Majestic's answer to curbing gull-related incidents (such as Sophie Marceau's 2011 wine-on-dress situation).
London politics
#jean-luc-godard
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fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Nouvelle Vague, A Magnificent Life | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

This year's Cannes program focuses on examining its own history through films that explore influential artists, including Richard Linklater's tribute to Jean-Luc Godard.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Dangerous Animals review shark-bait thriller boasts a gnarly Jai Courtney

The film presents a derivative plot with mixed performances, ultimately falling short despite its intriguing premise.
#fashion
Fashion & style
fromVulture
2 months ago

What Is Volume? What Is Nudity? And More Urgent Questions from Cannes

Cannes 2023 showcased a chaotic atmosphere reflecting broader societal conservatism through sudden dress code changes.
Fashion & style
fromVulture
2 months ago

What Is Volume? What Is Nudity? And More Urgent Questions from Cannes

Cannes 2023 showcased a chaotic atmosphere reflecting broader societal conservatism through sudden dress code changes.
Film
fromwww.indiewire.com
2 months ago

Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein' Teaser: Oscar Isaac Resurrects Jacob Elordi in Gothic Retelling

Guillermo Del Toro's adaptation of 'Frankenstein' focuses on emotional themes of fatherhood and sonship, featuring Jacob Elordi as the creature.
fromVogue Business
2 months ago

Who won Cannes on social media?

Luxury brands leveraged the Cannes Film Festival for storytelling, with Gucci leading social media engagement through high-profile fashion appearances and a significant earned media value.
Fashion & style
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025 Video #8: Award Winners | Chaz at Cannes | Roger Ebert

At the press conference, Barhom talked about how he initially became an actor to get closer to the film business and eventually he developed...
Film
#palme-dor
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, first Arab and African director to win Cannes Palme d'Or, dies aged 95

Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, the first Arab and African Palme d'Or winner, has passed away at the age of 91, leaving a significant legacy in film.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, first Arab and African director to win Cannes Palme d'Or, dies aged 95

Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, the first Arab and African Palme d'Or winner, has passed away at the age of 91, leaving a significant legacy in film.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Mission Impossible Series Goes Out With a Bang

Amy: The 19th season of the British game show Taskmaster, wherein a group of comedians are made to do impossible tasks by host Greg Davies.
Podcast
#jafar-panahi
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Jafar Panahi's Cannes Triumph Sends a Warning to Authoritarians Everywhere

Jafar Panahi's win at Cannes symbolizes resilience and his significant contributions to cinematic storytelling despite ongoing censorship in Iran.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Iranian director Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just An Accident' wins Palme d'Or at Cannes

Jafar Panahi's film won the Palme D'Or at Cannes, serving as a critique of oppression in Iran.
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Cannes awards Palme d'Or to Iranian revenge drama It Was Just an Accident'

Jafar Panahi, banned filmmaker, wins Palme d'Or for 'It Was Just an Accident' at Cannes, emphasizing freedom and resistance against oppression.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Jafar Panahi's "It Was Just an Accident" Wins Palme d'Or | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Jafar Panahi's film "It Was Just an Accident" won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, symbolizing a significant return and recognition amid political struggles.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Jafar Panahi's Cannes Triumph Sends a Warning to Authoritarians Everywhere

Jafar Panahi's win at Cannes symbolizes resilience and his significant contributions to cinematic storytelling despite ongoing censorship in Iran.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Iranian director Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just An Accident' wins Palme d'Or at Cannes

Jafar Panahi's film won the Palme D'Or at Cannes, serving as a critique of oppression in Iran.
Film
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Iranian film, It was Just an Accident, wins Palme D'Or at Cannes festival

Jafar Panahi's film, inspired by his jail experience, won the Palme d'Or for its exploration of corruption and state violence in Iran.
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Cannes awards Palme d'Or to Iranian revenge drama It Was Just an Accident'

Jafar Panahi, banned filmmaker, wins Palme d'Or for 'It Was Just an Accident' at Cannes, emphasizing freedom and resistance against oppression.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Jafar Panahi's "It Was Just an Accident" Wins Palme d'Or | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Jafar Panahi's film "It Was Just an Accident" won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, symbolizing a significant return and recognition amid political struggles.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

The 11 Best Movies We Saw at Cannes This Year

Cannes 2023 showcased films reflecting societal chaos and emotional struggles, with powerful performances highlighting the impact of trauma and connection.
Independent films
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

All the Films to Know From Cannes 2025, the Most Political Festival in Years

Cannes highlighted political themes this year, focusing on censorship, government funding for the arts, and the recognition of artists persecuted for their beliefs.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Beyond Trump's film tariffs: Is Hollywood really in decline? DW 05/27/2025

Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, who accepted an honorary Palme d'Or in Cannes, said of Trump's film sanctions: "You can't put a price on creativity, but apparently you can put a tariff on it."
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#spike-lee
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Independent films

With Highest 2 Lowest, Spike Lee Gives Us Another Great New York Movie

Spike Lee's film blends New York's gritty essence with profound storytelling, examining personal and societal conflicts.
Highest 2 Lowest offers a gripping narrative rooted in the complexities of family and morality.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
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Spike Lee says Highest 2 Lowest is his last film with Denzel Washington

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington's latest film may mark the end of their collaboration after four decades.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Spike Lee: I don't know how we can talk about American values considering who the president is'

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington reunite for their fifth project, Highest 2 Lowest, after an 18-year hiatus.
Independent films
fromtime.com
2 months ago

With Highest 2 Lowest, Spike Lee Gives Us Another Great New York Movie

Spike Lee's film blends New York's gritty essence with profound storytelling, examining personal and societal conflicts.
Highest 2 Lowest offers a gripping narrative rooted in the complexities of family and morality.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Spike Lee says Highest 2 Lowest is his last film with Denzel Washington

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington's latest film may mark the end of their collaboration after four decades.
#power-outage
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

France: Power outage hits Cannes region during film fest DW 05/24/2025

A power outage in Cannes, linked to a fire, disrupted local services but did not affect the Cannes Film Festival events.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

Cannes Proved Its Own Value With This Year's Palme d'Or Winner

The Cannes Film Festival remains resilient even amidst challenges such as power outages, showcasing the perseverance of the cinematic celebration.
#film
Independent films
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

I attended Pedro Pascal and Joaquin Phoenix's shameful Cannes press conference

Eddington explores the intricate and contentious intersection of COVID-19 denial and social justice movements in a politically charged narrative.
Independent films
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Cannes standout 'My Father's Shadow' marks a historic first for Nigeria

The film 'My Father's Shadow' explores the emotional bond between the Davies brothers and their deceased father, making its mark at the Cannes Film Festival.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Iranian director Jafar Panahi wins Palme d'Or at Cannes for It Was Just an Accident

Jafar Panahi has won the top Cannes prize for his film inspired by his imprisonment, showcasing resilience against government oppression.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

A New Wave of Cinematic Riches Arrives at Cannes

Richard Linklater's 'Nouvelle Vague' highlights the frustrations and uncertainties of filmmaking prior to the French New Wave.
The film portrays Jean Seberg's challenges during the production of 'Breathless' without hindsight.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Independent films

I attended Pedro Pascal and Joaquin Phoenix's shameful Cannes press conference

Independent films
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Cannes standout 'My Father's Shadow' marks a historic first for Nigeria

The film 'My Father's Shadow' explores the emotional bond between the Davies brothers and their deceased father, making its mark at the Cannes Film Festival.
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: The Mastermind, Young Mothers | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

"J.B. seems temperamentally incapable of even perceiving his mistakes. From a summary, 'The Mastermind' might sound like an uncharacteristically larky effort, but she approaches the proceedings with counterintuitive restraint."
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Un Poeta, Teste or Croce? | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

'Un Certain Regard' at Cannes showcases diverse films including debut directors, focusing on unique perspectives like Simón Mesa Soto's 'Un Poeta'.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Aubrey Plaza makes her first red carpet appearance since the death of husband Jeff Baena

Aubrey Plaza made her first major public appearance at Cannes, following a personal tragedy, to promote her film 'Honey Don't!'.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Widespread French power outage shuts down Cannes Festival theater, closing ceremony expected to continue

A suspicious fire caused a power outage in Cannes, yet the film festival's closing ceremony will proceed as planned.
#pedro-pascal
fromWho What Wear
2 months ago

Margaret Qualley Just Wore Flats on the Red Carpet With the World's Strictest Dress Code

Margaret Qualley embraced comfort at the Cannes Film Festival, wearing flat shoes with an elegant gown, adhering to the strict dress code.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

Neon's Tom Quinn Reveals His Oscar-Whisperer Secrets Ahead of the Cannes Awards

Neon CEO Tom Quinn discusses his Oscar strategies and the frontrunner status of 'Sentimental Value' at Cannes.
#journalism
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Old versus new masculinities: The debate shaking up Cannes

The Cannes Film Festival showcased evolving masculinities, contrasting traditional personas with contemporary actors' philosophies.
#film-analysis
Film
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Sauson Rec, Dandelion's Odyssey, Lucky Lu | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The article explores thematic connections between films at Cannes, focusing on recovery after catastrophe.
Film
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Sauson Rec, Dandelion's Odyssey, Lucky Lu | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The article explores thematic connections between films at Cannes, focusing on recovery after catastrophe.
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025 Video #5: Chaz Ebert on "Nouvelle Vague" and "Highest 2 Lowest"; Interviews with Elizabeth Guest and Filmmakers of "Average White Band"; Nicole Kidman on Women in Motion Award | Chaz at Cannes | Roger Ebert

Chaz Ebert provides an insightful first-hand look at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, covering notable films, interviews, and the vibrant atmosphere surrounding this prestigious event.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Resurrection review fascinating phantasmagoria is wild riddle about new China and an old universe

Bi Gan's new film "Resurrection" is a bold exploration of hallucination and memory in an episodic journey through Chinese history, featuring incredible visual storytelling.
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Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

Cara Delevingne Debuted Dark Hair & Microbangs At Cannes & My Jaw Is On The Floor

Cara Delevingne's dramatic hair transformation at Cannes highlighted her edgy style, breaking away from conventional beauty trends.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

Neeraj Ghaywan Talks His Cannes Premiere 'Homebound' and the Notes He Got from Executive Producer Martin Scorsese

The selection of Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound' for Cannes showcases a strong narrative of friendship between marginalized communities.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

On the road to somewhere Cannes film festival reminds us world cinema and globalism' are not the same

The Cannes film festival showcases globalism and contrasts it with Trump's MAGA ideology.
European cinema represents cultural identities that challenge Trump's populist views.
fromVulture
2 months ago

Yes! Is Unflinchingly Critical of Israel - Which May Make It Hard to Release

Cannes 2023 highlighted the urgent need for film to address the ongoing tragedy in Gaza, exemplified by Fatma Hassona's story.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Shakespeare would be writing for games today': Cannes' first video game Lili is a retelling of Macbeth

The Cannes festival's Immersive Competition began in 2024, although the lineup doesn't usually feature traditional video games. VR films and projection mapping is the thrust of it, says iNK Stories' other co-founder, Vassiliki's husband Navid Khonsari.
Video games
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Wes Anderson's 'Phoenician Scheme' is so bad it got booed at Cannes

Wes Anderson's latest film, 'The Phoenician Scheme', received a mixed reception at Cannes, seen by some as parodic rather than a fresh take.
Independent films
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Best Documentary at Cannes Is Not the Buzzy One About Julian Assange

Cannes Film Festival overlooks nonfiction films, emphasizing the rarity of documentaries in its competitive landscape.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Exit 8, Eleanor the Great, Fuori | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Cannes festival showcases inventive films; 'Exit 8' stands out in the disappointing midnight section.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Kristen Stewart and Scarlett Johansson's directorial debuts: Between obvious experimentation and sentimental classicism

Kristen Stewart and Scarlett Johansson's directorial debuts at Cannes reflect their distinct storytelling styles and thematic focuses.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Charli XCX Thinks Her Next Album "Will Probably Be a Flop"

I was really doing it for myself and marketing it in the way I wanted to for myself but I had no clue that people would kind of connect to it in the way that they did.
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fromtime.com
2 months ago

Jennifer Lawrence Gives Her Best Performance Yet in the Postpartum Fever Dream Die, My Love

Die, My Love explores the complex relationship between love, desire, and the mental struggles of new motherhood.
#denzel-washington
fromWho What Wear
2 months ago

Emma Watson's Airport Look Features a Security-Friendly Shoe But Very Impractical Skirt for the Plane

Emma Watson chooses quieter projects and is often less visible among celebrities, but shines when she appears.
#kevin-spacey
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fromPolygon
2 months ago

Don't be surprised that Guillermo del Toro says his version of Frankenstein for Netflix won't be a horror movie

Del Toro's upcoming film Frankenstein explores personal themes of fatherhood and sonhood, moving beyond conventional horror into emotional storytelling.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

Rihanna Flaunted Her Baby Bump In A Cutout Dress

Rihanna redefines maternity fashion, proving she can pull off any style regardless of traditional guidelines.
Film
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

Christian Petzold on His Cannes Debut and How His Actors Changed the Script: 'I Have to Destroy My Own Concrete Behavior'

Christian Petzold's 'Mirrors No. 3' gracefully explores themes of identity and emotional bonds following a traumatic car accident.
#documentary
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Independent films

Raoul Peck's BrilliantOrwell: 2+2=5Is the Boldest Documentary Anyone Could Make Right Now

fromtime.com
2 months ago
Independent films

Raoul Peck's BrilliantOrwell: 2+2=5Is the Boldest Documentary Anyone Could Make Right Now

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Call for safety review after producer injured by falling palm tree at Cannes film festival

A producer from the Japanese film "Brand New Landscape" was injured by a falling palm tree during the Cannes Festival, prompting a call for safety investigations.
#shia-labeouf
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