Overview

• Jury president Juliette Binoche criticized Donald Trump’s proposed 100% film tariffs, calling them a bid to save his reputation and protect his image.
• Jeremy Strong emphasized cinema’s critical role in combating misinformation and reaffirming shared humanity in an era of 'alternative facts.'
• Halle Berry expressed skepticism about a female James Bond and ruled out the possibility of a Jinx spin-off, citing missed opportunities in the past.
• A stricter Cannes red carpet dress code, banning nudity and voluminous outfits, prevented Berry from wearing her planned gown, sparking discussion on festival decorum.
• Binoche linked Gerard Depardieu’s sexual assault conviction to broader societal change driven by the #MeToo movement, highlighting Cannes’ alignment with evolving cultural values.