French director Jacques Audiard’s latest film, ‘The Unmissable’, is a bold and brilliant trans musical set in Mexico that follows the journey of a cartel boss who wants to transition. With stunning performances from Karla Sofía Gascón, Zoé Saldaña, and Selena Gomez, ‘The Unmissable’ is a powerful and moving film that explores themes of identity, transformation, and redemption.
The 77th Cannes Film Festival concluded, unveiling an array of cinematic highlights and important discussions. Despite initial anticipation of political disruptions, the festival proceeded smoothly, with muted protests and ongoing recognition of social issues. Sean Baker’s ‘Red Rocket’ emerged as the Palme d’Or winner, while Jacques Audiard’s ‘Paris, 13th District’ garnered critical acclaim and multiple awards, showcasing the festival’s diverse and thought-provoking offerings. The article analyzes key talking points, including the absence of an age limit for veteran filmmakers, the endorsement of Hollywood’s streaming evolution, and the rise of A24 as a Palme d’Or whisperer. Additionally, the improved online booking system and the celebration of music in the Competition films are highlighted.
Zoe Saldana made a grand return to the Cannes Film Festival this year, gracing the red carpet for the premiere of Jacques Audiard’s ‘The Son.’ The film, which explores gender confirmation surgery and features Saldana as a lawyer hired by a drug cartel kingpin, received a standing ovation. Saldana praised the film’s captivating script and director Audiard’s unique storytelling style. She also bonded with co-star Selena Gomez off-screen.
The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is set to kick off next week, and the lineup of films vying for the prestigious Palme d’Or is nothing short of spectacular. From the latest works by renowned directors such as David Cronenberg and Jacques Audiard to intriguing debut features and highly anticipated projects, there is a wealth of cinematic excellence to explore at this year’s festival. Here are 10 of the most highly anticipated films in competition, in no particular order:
