Overview

• The 78th Cannes Film Festival runs from May 13 to May 24, 2025, in Cannes, France, showcasing global premieres and cultural programming.
• Robert De Niro was awarded an honorary Palme d’Or during the opening ceremony, nearly 50 years after his film 'Taxi Driver' won the top prize.
• The opening night featured the world premiere of Amélie Bonnin’s French romance 'Partir un Jour' and a restored version of Charlie Chaplin’s 'The Gold Rush.'
• A dedicated Ukraine Day included screenings of three documentaries highlighting the ongoing conflict and its impact on the region.
• Juliette Binoche leads the festival jury, while Un Certain Regard highlights directorial debuts by actors Scarlett Johansson, Kristen Stewart, and Harris Dickinson.