There are 18 films in competition will screen at the Cannes film festival this year. The 71st edition of the international festival in the south of France runs from May 8 to May 19. A filmmaker’s history at the festival offers insights as to who might be out front to take home the coveted Palme d’Or. Eight of the entries are by filmmakers that have had their work honored at past closing ceremonies. This year could definitely see someone new in the mix as four of the filmmakers are making their debuts on the Croisette while another four are having their films shown here in competition for the first time. The jury will be headed by two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett.
Below is a breakdown of the 18 films competing this year and the history of their helmers at the festival.
Stépane Brizé (“At War”)
When a company that has asked for...
Below is a breakdown of the 18 films competing this year and the history of their helmers at the festival.
Stépane Brizé (“At War”)
When a company that has asked for...
- 4/13/2018
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