Overview

• Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just an Accident' won the Palme d’Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, marking a significant moment for the Iranian dissident filmmaker.
• Joachim Trier’s 'Sentimental Value' secured the Grand Prix, receiving widespread acclaim and a 19-minute standing ovation during its premiere.
• The Jury Prize was shared by Oliver Laxe’s 'Sirât' and Mascha Schilinski’s 'Sound of Falling,' reflecting the diversity of storytelling at this year’s festival.
• Kleber Mendonça Filho won Best Director for 'The Secret Agent,' which also earned Wagner Moura the Best Actor award for his performance.
• Neon extended its unprecedented streak by distributing its sixth consecutive Palme d’Or winner, solidifying its dominance in independent film curation.