Get ready for the glitz and glamour of the Cannes Film Festival! Starting Tuesday, Hollywood's biggest stars are set to dazzle the red carpet, including Jennifer Lawrence, Scarlett Johansson, and Tom Cruise. Here are five highlights to watch for at the iconic festival located on the stunning French Riviera:
1. **Oscar Buzz**: Cannes has become a hot launchpad for Oscar contenders. Films like Lynne Ramsay's “Die My Love,” starring Lawrence, and Wes Anderson's “The Phoenician Scheme” promise to grab attention. With recent Palme d'Or winners often snagging Academy Award nominations, industry insiders are eager to see who will take home the coveted prize this year.
2. **Stars Turn Directors**: Scarlett Johansson is set to premiere her directorial debut, “Eleanor the Great,” while Kristen Stewart also showcases her film, “The Chronology of Water.” Other actors transitioning to directing include Harris Dickinson with “Urchin,” making for an exciting showcase of new talent behind the camera.
3. **Big Names, Big Movies**: Hollywood legends like Denzel Washington and Robert De Niro will shine, with Washington's film “Highest 2 Lowest” making its debut. The festival also honors De Niro with an honorary Palme d'Or, while Cruise might hit the red carpet for the last chapter of "Mission: Impossible."
4. **Powerful Documentaries**: This year's lineup includes impactful documentaries focusing on vital global issues. From the tragic story of Palestinian photographer Fatima Hassouna to “Once Upon a Time In Gaza,” stories of resilience and political struggle are poised to capture audience attention.
5. **Industry Conversations on #MeToo**: The festival's opening day brings the verdict in Gérard Depardieu's sexual assault trial, igniting discussions around sexual violence in the film industry. This topic, alongside looming tariffs proposed by US President Donald Trump on foreign films, is likely to resonate on the red carpet.
Stay tuned for updates from Cannes as these exciting films and discussions unfold!
