The 2025 Cannes Film Festival is fast approaching, and recent announcements are fueling excitement among cinephiles worldwide. Here’s a round-up of the latest updates from this unmissable cinematic event.
Un Certain Regard Jury Revealed
The jury for the Un Certain Regard section, which highlights emerging auteur cinema, has been officially announced. This year, it will be chaired by British director Molly Manning Walker, joined by an international panel including Franco-Swiss filmmaker Louise Courvoisier, Rotterdam Film Festival director Vanja Kaludjercic, Italian director Roberto Minervini, and Argentine actor Nahuel Pérez Biscayart.
Stars Set to Shine on the Croisette
The official competition lineup is now complete, featuring highly anticipated films such as Die My Love by Lynne Ramsay, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson. Iranian director Saeed Roustaee returns with Mother and Child, following his acclaimed appearance at the 2022 festival.
Mylène Farmer to Perform Live
In a major surprise, Mylène Farmer will deliver a special performance at the festival’s opening ceremony on May 13, 2025. She will debut a brand-new song composed exclusively for the event, following the jury introduction and a tribute to Robert De Niro.
A Festival with a Cause
This year, Cannes is also embracing environmental awareness. Notably, students from La Providence High School in Dieuze have been selected to present their short film addressing ecological challenges.
Running from May 13 to May 24, the 2025 Cannes Film Festival promises an edition full of emotion, glamour, and cinematic discovery. All eyes are now on which films and artists will leave their mark on this 78th edition.
