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Juliette Binoche Named President of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival Jury

The Oscar-winning actress will lead the jury at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, 40 years after her debut at the prestigious event.

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The 76th Cannes Film Festival - Press conference for the film "La passion de Dodin Bouffant" (The Pot-au-Feu) in competition - Cannes, France, May 25, 2023. Cast member Juliette Binoche attends. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard/File Photo
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(FILES) The Cannes Film Festival announced February 4, 2025 that it had chosen Juliette Binoche, one of France's best-known actors, to preside over its 78th edition which will take place in May. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)

Overview

  • Juliette Binoche, a celebrated French actress, will preside over the Cannes Film Festival jury for its 78th edition, scheduled from May 13 to May 24, 2025.
  • Binoche succeeds Greta Gerwig, marking only the second time in Cannes history that two women have consecutively led the jury.
  • Her career spans over 40 years, with accolades that include an Oscar, a BAFTA, and Best Actress awards at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin film festivals.
  • Binoche's connection to Cannes began in 1985 with her breakout role in André Téchiné's 'Rendez-vous,' which premiered at the festival.
  • She is also known for her activism, advocating for cultural funding, human rights, and gender parity in the film industry.