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Actress Juliette Binoche, in a red off the shoulder dress, stands on the red carpet with her back to the camera. She is facing a large group of photographers, all dressed in black
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Cannes International Film Festival

The Cannes Film Festival, founded in France in 1946, has become one of the world's most prestigious cinema events.

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A film still from 'Sound of Falling': A woman dresses while she looks into a mirror showing different parts of her body, the room features period wallpaper.

'Sound of Falling' is Germany's entry for the Oscars

'Sound of Falling' is Germany's entry for the Oscars

The Cannes Jury Prize-winning drama by Mascha Schilinski will represent Germany in the best international film category.
FilmAugust 21, 2025
Mascha Schilinski holding the Jury Prize award at the Cannes Film Festival.

German filmmaker Mascha Schilinski wins Cannes Jury Prize

German filmmaker Mascha Schilinski wins Cannes Jury Prize

Schilinski's "Sound of Falling" depicts four generations in rural Germany, creating a sweeping depiction of a century.
FilmMay 26, 2025
Director Jafar Panahi, Palme d'Or award winner for the film "Un simple accident"

Filmmaker Jafar Panahi wins top Cannes prize

Filmmaker Jafar Panahi wins top Cannes prize

Dissident Iranian director Jafar Panahi has won the Palme d'Or at Cannes film festival for "It Was Just an Accident."
FilmMay 25, 202503:20 min
Jafar Panahi holding the Palme d'Or award.

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi wins best film at Cannes

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi wins best film at Cannes

The previously imprisoned director won the Palme d'Or for his powerful cinematic piece "It Was Just an Accident."
FilmMay 24, 2025
Alessandra Ambrosio poses for photographers during the opening ceremony of the 78th international film festival in Cannes, wearing a sea-foam green dress, seen from the back

Cannes rolls out the red carpet

Cannes rolls out the red carpet

The international film world is gathered on the French Riviera for one of the most prestigious events in the industry.
FilmMay 14, 20257 images
A pedestrian takes a photograph of posters of the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival outside the Palais des Festivals

Cannes Film Festival 2025 kicks off

Cannes Film Festival 2025 kicks off

More than just red carpet glamour and art house prestige, Cannes has become the spot to discover the next big thing.
FilmMay 13, 202502:11 min
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