The Cannes Film Festival, one of the most prestigious cinematic events in the world, returns for its 78th edition from May 13 to 24, 2025. This year, the festival once again promises to spotlight emerging talents and the most innovative cinematic works.
A Diverse Official Selection
The official selection for 2025, announced on April 10, includes a variety of films from different countries and genres. Here are some of the films in competition:
In Competition:
- PARTIR UN JOUR by Amélie Bonnin (opening film)
- THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME by Wes Anderson
- EDDINGTON by Ari Aster
- YOUNG MOTHERS by Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne
- ALPHA by Julia Ducournau
- RENOIR by Hayakawa Chie
- THE HISTORY OF SOUND by Oliver Hermanus
- THE LAST ONE by Hafsia Herzi
- SIRAT by Oliver Laxe
- NEW WAVE by Richard Linklater
- TWO PROSECUTORS by Sergei Loznitsa
- OUTSIDE by Mario Martone
- THE SECRET AGENT by Kleber Mendonça Filho
- DOSSIER 137 by Dominik Moll
- A SIMPLE ACCIDENT by Jafar Panahi
- THE MASTERMIND by Kelly Reichardt
- THE EAGLES OF THE REPUBLIC by Tarik Saleh
- SOUND OF FALLING by Mascha Schilinski
- ROMERÍA by Carla Simón
- SENTIMENTAL VALUE by Joachim Trier
Un Certain Regard:
- THE MYSTERIOUS GAZE OF THE FLAMINGO by Diego Céspedes
- METEORS by Hubert Charuel
- MY FATHER’S SHADOW by Akinola Davies Jr
- THE STRANGER OF THE GREAT ARCH by Stéphane Demoustier
- URCHIN by Harris Dickinson
- HOMEBOUND by Neeraj Ghaywan
- A PALE VIEW OF HILLS by Ishikawa Kei
- ELEANOR THE GREAT by Scarlett Johansson
- CARAVAN by Zuzana Kirchnerova
- PILLION by Harry Lighton
- AISHA CAN’T FLY AWAY by Morad Mostafa
- ONCE UPON A TIME IN GAZA by Arab and Tarzan Nasser
- THE PLAGUE by Charlie Polinger
- PROMISE THE SKY by Erige Sehiri
- THE CITIES OF THE PLAIN by Francesco Sossai
- HEADS OR TAILS? by Matteo Zoppis and Alessio Rigo de Righi
Highlights and Notable Guests
As always, the red carpet at Cannes will see international stars, acclaimed directors, and influential personalities from the film industry. The opening and closing ceremonies will be highlights, celebrating exceptional contributions to cinema and awarding the best films and performances of the year.
Commitment to Innovation and Immersion
The festival continues to innovate with immersive competitions and virtual reality screenings, offering audiences new ways to experience cinema. This forward-thinking approach demonstrates Cannes’ commitment to staying at the forefront of cinematic evolution.
A Lasting Impact
Beyond the glitz and glamour, the Cannes Film Festival plays a crucial role in promoting independent cinema and highlighting social and political issues through film. It provides a platform for marginalized voices and stories that deserve to be told.
