The 77th Cannes Film Festival has officially unveiled this year's competition lineup, showcasing the titles vying for the prestigious Palme d'Or award. The festival's president and artistic director revealed the diverse selection of films during a press conference in Paris.
The lineup includes films competing in various categories such as the official competition, out-of-competition titles, Un Certain Regard sidebar, as well as special and midnight screenings. Notable entries in the lineup include 'The Surfer,' a thriller starring Nicolas Cage, 'Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,' an action film from Hong Kong, and 'I, The Executioner' from South Korea.
Rumors abound about the political comedy 'Rumors' directed by Guy Maddin and featuring Alicia Vikander, Cate Blanchett, and Charles Dance, which will premiere out of competition. Additionally, documentaries like 'La belle de Gaza' and 'L'Invasion' will receive special screenings, addressing timely political issues.
The Cannes Film Festival has a history of showcasing award-winning films, with past entries like 'Anatomy of a Fall' and 'The Zone of Interest' going on to achieve Oscar success. The festival's reputation as a platform for exceptional cinema was further solidified by the 2023 entries garnering a total of 26 Oscar nominations.
The 2024 edition of the Cannes Film Festival will kick off with the world premiere of the French comedy 'The Second Act,' directed by Quentin Dupieux. Hollywood blockbusters like 'Furiosa' and 'Horizon: An American Saga' are set to make a splash at the festival, using the event to launch their global releases.
This year, Cannes will honor legendary filmmaker George Lucas with an honorary Palme d'Or for his contributions to cinema. The festival will also introduce a competitive immersive section featuring virtual and augmented reality works, pushing the boundaries of storytelling.
An international jury, led by director Greta Gerwig, will select the winners, including the coveted Palme d'Or award. Canadian filmmaker Xavier Dolan will head the jury for the Un Certain Regard category.
The 77th Cannes Film Festival is scheduled to run from May 14 to May 25, showcasing a diverse array of films and celebrating the art of cinema.
