Results for: Cannes Film Festival

The Film and Television Institute of India’s (FTII) student film, ‘Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know,’ has been selected to compete in the La Cinef competitive section of the prestigious 77th Cannes Film Festival. This marks a significant achievement for the Indian film industry, as the film is the only Indian entry among the 18 short films chosen from a global pool of 2,263 submissions. Directed by Chidanand Naik, the film explores the tale of an elderly woman who disrupts her village by stealing the village rooster, leading to a series of events that send her family into exile. The Cannes Film Festival, scheduled to take place from May 15th in France, will witness the La Cinef jury presenting awards for their category on May 23rd in the Buñuel Theatre, following a screening of the nominated films.

Paris-based distributor Le Pacte has acquired French rights to Francis Ford Coppola’s ambitious $120 million self-financed epic ‘Megalopolis,’ according to a report from Le Point magazine. The acquisition comes ahead of the film’s world premiere in Competition at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival. Le Pacte CEO Jean Labadie played down the reports but did not deny talks, stating that nothing has been signed yet. The deal for Le Pacte to distribute ‘Megalopolis’ in France has raised questions about its financial implications due to France’s strict windowing rules, which require a 17-month gap between a theatrical release and a film’s launch on streaming platforms. However, Le Pacte has a history of savvy acquisitions, including Justine Triet’s Oscar-winning ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ and Maïwenn’s ‘Jeanne du Barry’ starring Johnny Depp.

Francis Ford Coppola’s ambitious epic ‘Megalopolis’ is set to premiere at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival and has already secured a distribution deal with the French company Le Pacte. Despite the film’s substantial budget and high financial demands, Le Pacte has stepped up to distribute ‘Megalopolis’ in France, a key market for the film’s international release.

Robot Dreams, a dialogue-free film about a dog and his robot companion, will finally be released in theaters on May 31st. It premiered to rave reviews at the Cannes Film Festival last year, but has been unavailable since then. The film is directed by Pablo Berger and is based on Sara Varon’s graphic novel. The official plot synopsis reads: ‘Dog lives in Manhattan and he’s tired of being alone. One day he decides to build himself a robot, a companion. Their friendship blossoms, until they become inseparable, to the rhythm of 80’s NYC. One summer night, DOG, with great sadness, is forced to abandon ROBOT at the beach.’

The Cannes Film Festival is partnering with XR distributor Diversion Cinema for this year’s inaugural Immersive Competition. Diversion will oversee the technical aspects of 14 immersive experiences in both competitive and non-competitive sections. The immersive showcase will span 700 sq. m. at the Cineum, and Diversion will have a staff to assist attendees. Diversion founder Camille Lopato emphasizes the company’s commitment to supporting festivals like Cannes, which was an early adopter of VR screenings. The festival aims to introduce immersive experiences to new audiences and foster creativity in the XR industry.

Eleven compelling short films from around the world have been selected for the esteemed Short Film Competition at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, set to run from May 14th to 25th. These cinematic gems showcase diverse perspectives, captivating storytelling, and innovative filmmaking techniques, promising an unforgettable cinematic experience. The jury, led by award-winning Belgian director Lubna Azabal, will meticulously evaluate each entry, ultimately awarding the prestigious Short Film Palme d’Or and three prizes dedicated to student films within the La Cinef selection.

The Cannes Film Festival has announced a lineup of cutting-edge augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) works for its inaugural ‘Immersive’ section, highlighting the latest advancements in immersive storytelling and narrative-driven experiences. The 14 selected projects, including 8 in competition and 6 out-of-competition screenings, showcase the work of renowned talents such as Jessica Chastain, Colin Farrell, Millie Bobby Brown, and Tahar Rahim.

Leading French production-distribution company Le Pacte has joined the upcoming 2D animated feature project “Conference of the Birds” as a co-producer, French distributor, and international sales agent. The film, part of the five-title Annecy Showcase at the Animation Day of the Cannes Film Festival, will feature the voices of Golshifteh Farahani and Louis Garrel. Based on Farid al-Din Attar’s 900-year-old Persian poem, “Conference of the Birds” follows a flock of birds seeking the legendary bird Simorgh for solutions to their problems. The film is directed by Caroline Piochon and Atiq Rahimi, a French-Afghan writer and filmmaker known for winning the prestigious Prix Goncourt literary prize. With a background in European animated features such as “The Secret of Kells” and “Klaus,” Piochon brings her expertise to the project, while Rahimi makes his animation debut. Jean Labadie of Le Pacte expressed his admiration for the original text, calling it one of the most important works of human history.

Estefanía Piñeres Duque’s ‘Mu-Ki-Ra,’ a 2D animated film co-produced by Colombian Letrario and Spanish Abano Producións, will be featured at the 2024 Cannes’ Marché du Film Animation Day. The film follows Cleo, a young girl who must confront her brother’s disappearance after he is devoured by a monster. With the guidance of a magical old woman, Cleo embarks on a quest to find the monster, Mukira, and bring her brother home. The film draws inspiration from Latin American childhood experiences, showcasing both their beauty and darkness.

Johnny Depp has criticized the state of big-budget movies, calling them ‘disposable’ and repetitive. The actor, known for his roles in the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ franchise, believes that audiences are tired of formulaic and unoriginal films.