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Jennifer Lawrence Shines in Lynne Ramsay’s Polarizing Cannes Entry ‘Die, My Love

The psychosexual marital drama garners mixed reviews after its Cannes premiere, with Lawrence’s performance fueling awards buzz.

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Overview

  • ‘Die, My Love,’ directed by Lynne Ramsay, premiered in competition at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, receiving a nine-minute standing ovation.
  • Jennifer Lawrence’s raw, fearless portrayal of Grace, a woman grappling with postpartum depression, is being hailed as a career-defining performance.
  • Critical reception is divided, with some praising the film’s emotional intensity and artistry, while others critique its lack of narrative depth.
  • Mubi has acquired North American distribution rights in a $20M+ deal, signaling strong commercial potential alongside its art-house appeal.
  • The film, adapted from Ariana Harwicz’s novel, explores themes of mental health, marital strain, and isolation, set against Seamus McGarvey’s atmospheric cinematography.