Competition Highlights
Nineteen films will compete for the prestigious Palme d'Or, showcasing a blend of established auteurs and emerging voices. Notable entries include:
The Phoenician Scheme by Wes Anderson: An action-packed film featuring a star-studded cast.
Eddington by Ari Aster: A pandemic-set dark comedy starring Joaquin Phoenix.
New Wave by Richard Linklater: A film with a star-studded cast including Emma Stone and Tom Hanks.
The Mastermind by Kelly Reichardt: An art heist drama.
Alpha by Julia Ducournau: A provocative film by the Palme d'Or-winning director.
Sentimental Value by Joachim Trier: An emotionally charged film.
Jeunes Mères by the Dardenne brothers: A new entry from the acclaimed Belgian filmmakers.
My Father's Shadow by Akinola Davies Jr.: Nigeria's first-ever official selection at Cannes.
Un Certain Regard and Directorial Debuts
The Un Certain Regard section will feature directorial debuts from prominent actors.
Eleanor the Great by Scarlett Johansson: Her first film as a director.
Urchin by Harris Dickinson: The actor's directorial debut.
Out-of-Competition Screenings
High-profile films set to premiere out of competition include:
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning: Tom Cruise returns in the franchise's grand finale.
Highest 2 Lowest by Spike Lee: An English adaptation of Kurosawa’s "High and Low," starring Denzel Washington.
Stories of Surrender: A film by Bono.
Festival Leadership and Honors
Juliette
Binoche will preside over the jury, marking the first time in 60 years
that women have led the jury in consecutive years. Robert De Niro will
receive the Honorary Palme d'Or at the opening ceremony, recognizing his
illustrious career.
With a dynamic array of genres, themes, and auteurs, Cannes 2025 is poised to be a defining moment in this cinematic year.
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