Cannes 2025 Official Selection Announced with Record-Breaking Diversity

The 78th Festival de Cannes will feature a historic lineup of global films, increased female representation, and tributes to cinematic legends.

The official selection for the 78th Festival de Cannes, running from May 13 to 24, 2025, was unveiled, with 2,909 films screened from 156 countries—a record for the festival.
Juliette Binoche will preside over the jury, marking her as the second consecutive female jury president after Greta Gerwig in 2024.
The festival will open with Amélie Bonnin’s debut film 'Partir un jour,' a first-time feature directed by a woman in this prominent slot.
Robert De Niro will receive a Palme d’honneur during the opening ceremony, honoring his illustrious career spanning decades.
The lineup emphasizes diversity and progress, with six films directed by women in competition and high-profile entries from Wes Anderson, Julia Ducournau, and Jafar Panahi.