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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trump calls Robert De Niro 'sick and demented' after the actor's critiques

U.S. President Donald Trump labeled actor Robert De Niro as 'sick and demented' following De Niro's call for Americans to resist his administration.

Feb 26 • 10:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

South Korean director Park Chan-wook to head the jury of the Cannes Film Festival

Park Chan-wook has been appointed as the president of the jury for the Cannes Film Festival, marking a historic first for South Korean cinema.

Feb 26 • 09:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

It has been announced who will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury

This will be the first time a South Korean will head the jury, symbolizing a deepening connection between the festival and Korean cinema.

Feb 26 • 09:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The Secret Agent: Wagner Moura shines in a mysteriously seductive thriller that celebrates 1970s cinema

Kleber Mendonça Filho's film 'El agente secreto' is visually rich and universally resonant, having gained recognition at Cannes and multiple Oscar nominations.

Feb 26 • 09:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Secret Agent: The Reasons Why It's the Movie of the Moment That Everyone Wants to See

A political thriller, 'The Secret Agent' has become a highly talked-about film since its premiere at the Cannes Festival, garnering critical acclaim and multiple Oscar nominations.

Feb 26 • 09:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Director Park Chan-wook to Chair Cannes Film Festival Jury... First Korean to Do So

Director Park Chan-wook has been appointed as the jury chairman for the 79th Cannes Film Festival, becoming the first Korean to hold this position.

Feb 26 • 05:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Park Chan-wook, president of the Cannes Film Festival jury 2026

South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been appointed president of the jury for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

Feb 26 • 04:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Why Spanish films could be the salvation of cinemas: "Hollywood moves a lot of people, but what is driving the box office is Spanish cinema"

Spanish cinema is emerging as a key driver for box office sales amidst struggles faced by Hollywood due to industry crises.

Feb 25 • 23:04 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Robert De Niro calls on Americans to "save the country" by "resisting" Donald Trump

Robert De Niro urges Americans to resist Donald Trump's administration to restore the nation.

Feb 25 • 09:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Barton Fink: the film that forged the prestige of brothers Joel and Ethan Coen and achieved a resounding triumph at Cannes

Barton Fink is a film that significantly raised the profile of Joel and Ethan Coen, winning acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival despite having a lower budget than its predecessor.

Feb 24 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Director Olivers Laše: The film 'Sirāts' is shock therapy and catharsis

Director Olivers Laše discusses the film 'Sirāts', highlighting its themes of catharsis and shock therapy through powerful storytelling and music.

Feb 24 • 03:42 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Few know what has happened behind the scenes: – A trend now

The article discusses the behind-the-scenes secrets and trends in Norway's Oscar success, stemming from the film "Affeksjonsverdi," which debuted at the Cannes Film Festival in 2025.

Feb 20 • 19:04 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"It cost 60,000 euros": Charles Alloncle points out Virginie Efira's performance at the Cannes Film Festival

The article discusses a parliamentary inquiry regarding the public broadcasting budget for the Cannes Film Festival, focusing on the significant costs associated with Virginie Efira's role as the ceremony host.

Feb 20 • 15:06 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Oscar favorite that takes your breath away

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has transformed regime criticism into compelling film art, with his acclaimed work 'Just an Accident' winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes and positioning him as a top contender for the Oscar for Best International Film.

Feb 19 • 16:51 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Oscar Favorite That Takes Your Breath Away

Iranian director Jafar Panahi is recognized for turning regime criticism into cinematic art with his film 'Just an Accident,' which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes last year and is a strong contender for the Oscar for Best International Film.

Feb 19 • 16:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Iranian film A Minor Accident, winner of the Palme d'Or at Cannes and nominated for an Oscar, heads to Czech cinemas

The critically acclaimed Iranian film 'A Minor Accident' is set to screen in Czech cinemas amid a turbulent political backdrop in Iran.

Feb 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Inga Stumbrienė celebrated Valentine's Day abroad: a very romantic look caught the eye

Inga Stumbrienė shared moments from her Valentine's Day celebration in Cannes, France, showcasing a stunning outfit that drew compliments from her followers.

Feb 18 • 20:37 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

What to see in cinemas? Striking testimonies of the era – films 'Sirāts' and 'I curse'

The article highlights the Latvian film 'Sirāts,' which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and has been nominated for two Oscars.

Feb 16 • 09:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Oliver Laxe: "The strongest criticisms ‘Sirat’ has received are a symptom that I have done my job well"

Galician filmmaker Oliver Laxe discusses the polarizing reception of his film 'Sirat' and reflects on the role of art and spirituality in modern culture.

Feb 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival Revelers in Recife Dance on the Same Red Carpet as Cannes with Guerreiros do Passo from the Movie 'The Secret Agent'; VIDEO

Carnival revelers in Recife celebrated the opening night of the Carnival with a performance on a red carpet from Cannes, featuring the frevo group Guerreiros do Passo.

Feb 13 • 13:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

‘Put Your Soul in Your Hand and Walk’: a revealing documentary about a Palestinian photojournalist who was murdered

The documentary explores the poignant story of a Palestinian photojournalist, Fatima Hassouna, who was killed shortly after the film's selection for Cannes, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Feb 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

'Sentimental Value' and live from Salvador: what to watch on TV and streaming this Friday

The article discusses film and streaming options for viewers, highlighting the movie 'Sentimental Value' and its notable cast and accolades.

Feb 12 • 21:12 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

With a "naked dress," Angelina Jolie paralyzed the red carpet in Paris

Angelina Jolie captivated onlookers at the Paris premiere of her film 'Coutures' with a stunning 'naked dress' that reinforced her status as a global fashion icon.

Feb 12 • 18:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Delphine Ernotte at the Heart of an Investigation for Expenses at the Cannes Festival

Delphine Ernotte, president of France Télévisions, is facing an investigation regarding the expenses incurred during a stay at a Cannes hotel, following complaints from an audiovisual union.

Feb 12 • 14:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Teenager injured with a knife in Cannes: a 15-year-old high school girl charged

A 15-year-old girl has been charged with attempted murder after stabbing a classmate multiple times in Cannes over a social media video.

Feb 8 • 14:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Sirāt, the Phenomenon of Spanish Cinema: From the Cannes Festival to the International Awards Race

The film 'Sirāt', directed by Spanish filmmaker Óliver Laxe, has emerged as a prominent contender in the current awards season, highlighting Spanish cinema on the international stage following its success at the Cannes Film Festival 2025.

Feb 7 • 00:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

What Can a Minor Accident Cause? The Film Awarded in Cannes Last Year is Heading to Czech Cinemas

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi's latest work, inspired by his own prison experiences, critiques authoritarianism while maintaining his signature humor, and is set for a gala premiere in Prague on February 17.

Feb 6 • 10:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

'The President's Cake': A Tale from Baghdad Under the Carpet of History

This Iraqi social drama, winner of the Golden Camera at Cannes, follows a girl's quest for ingredients to bake a commemorative cake for Saddam Hussein against the backdrop of the Gulf War.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

AI Company Offers Bonus: Luma AI Attracts with Millions Prize for Cannes Gold

Luma AI is enticing filmmakers with a million-dollar prize for producing an award-winning commercial for the Cannes Festival using its AI technology.

Feb 4 • 14:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Cannes Lions evolves and challenges the new creative generation

The Cannes Lions festival is set to open for a new generation of creatives, offering a week filled with innovation and inspiration from June 22 to 26 in Cannes, France.

Feb 3 • 14:38 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

The Music Alone is Worth the Movie Ticket

The Oscar-nominated film 'Sirat' features an exceptional soundtrack that captivates audiences with its blend of techno, ambient, and spiritual sounds, creating a magical atmosphere.

Feb 3 • 04:41 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

You should watch this because of the music - and the dogs

The Oscar-nominated film 'Sirat' features an exceptional soundtrack and unforgettable visuals, captivating audiences since its premiere at Cannes.

Feb 3 • 04:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Player Found Dead Inside His Car After Match in France

A semi-professional football player was found dead in his car in a Cannes parking lot a day after his team's match.

Feb 2 • 17:19 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"No way I'm going back" : Grenoble, Clermont-Ferrand, Cannes... these cities where insecurity has progressed the most since 2020

The article discusses the rise of insecurity in cities like Grenoble, Clermont-Ferrand, and Cannes since 2020, highlighting burglary, theft, and assaults as key concerns.

Jan 12 • 06:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Kristen Stewart, in her directorial debut: “The film speaks about how to reclaim your body and your orgasm”

Kristen Stewart discusses her directorial debut with 'The Chronology of Water,' reflecting on her past as a mega star from the 'Twilight' saga and her journey to reclaim her personal narrative.

Jan 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Cannes: a fire affects Le Majestic, the famous hotel evacuated

A fire broke out in the spa on the first floor of the prestigious Le Majestic hotel in Cannes, leading to the evacuation of over 400 residents and employees.

Jan 9 • 15:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Don't miss: Culinary battle or film Emotional Value awarded at Cannes

The article covers a Korean cooking show focused on gastronomy, a comedic film about parent-child relationships, jazz-folk fusion by Markéta Foukalová, a stage adaptation of Dostoevsky's 'The Idiot', and the tranquil paintings of artist Ivana Lomová.

Jan 9 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

"The dog had been locked in its cage for three years": a new house of horror near Cannes

A rescue association discovered a horrific scene in Mougins, near Cannes, including a dog locked in a cage for three years and numerous neglected animals.

Jan 7 • 17:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Cannes: soon a Brigitte Bardot beach on the Croisette

The mayor of Cannes has announced plans to rename the Macé beach in honor of French icon Brigitte Bardot, coinciding with the day of her burial at the marine cemetery of Saint-Tropez.

Jan 7 • 16:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Cinema: 'An Ordinary Accident': How to Punish a Torturer?

Jafar Panahi's film 'An Ordinary Accident' explores the theme of revenge by the victims of the Iranian regime against their tormentors and won the Palme d'Or at Cannes before its theatrical release.

Jan 6 • 13:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Rat, ideology, and control: German Oscar candidate in Croatian cinemas from next week

The film 'Gledati u sunce' by German director Masche Schilinski will premiere in Croatian cinemas on January 15, following its successful debut at the Cannes festival and positive reviews from prominent international media.

Jan 5 • 14:23 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Cannes: A Seventy-Year-Old Missing Before New Year's Found Dead

A 71-year-old woman missing since December 30 in Cannes was found dead after two days of search efforts by police.

Jan 5 • 13:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Mikey Madison stars in film adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's short story

Mikey Madison is set to star in Charlie Pollinger's film adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Masque of the Red Death', following Pollinger's impressive directorial debut at the Cannes Film Festival.

Jan 3 • 10:48 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Sister city with Crans-Montana, Mandelieu, near Cannes, lowers its flags

The mayor of Mandelieu-la-Napoule expressed support for its sister city Crans-Montana in Switzerland following a tragic bar fire that resulted in around forty deaths.

Jan 2 • 13:04 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

International Cooperation, Searches... Large Mobilization to Find Uki, a Dog Missing in Cannes

After an Australian shepherd was stolen at a fair, international cooperation with Monaco has been sought to identify and apprehend the suspects and to search their homes for the dog.

Dec 31 • 15:51 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

We review the most iconic looks from the red carpets in 2025

The article highlights the standout fashion moments from 2025's prominent red carpet events, including the Golden Globes, Goya Awards, Oscars, MET Gala, and Cannes Film Festival, featuring celebrities like Demi Moore, Zendaya, Selena Gomez, and Ana de Armas.

Dec 31 • 13:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Near Cannes, a woman fatally struck on the A8 highway

A 30-year-old woman was killed after being hit by another vehicle while parked on the emergency lane of the A8 highway near Cannes, prompting an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.

Dec 29 • 13:06 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Technical control 2026: the strange article of law that requires waiting 'one minute' before retrieving your vehicle

A newly published law mandates a one-minute waiting period before vehicle retrieval after technical inspections, criticized as a symbol of bureaucratic excess by Cannes mayor David Lisnard.

Dec 29 • 12:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Thierry Frémaux: 'Brigitte Bardot co-invented the Cannes Film Festival'

Thierry Frémaux pays tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot, highlighting her significant contribution to French cinema and the Cannes Film Festival.

Dec 28 • 14:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Corriere della Sera
Life & Tech

Cate Blanchett: "I have many desires, they all start with the letter 'p'" | Photo

Cate Blanchett discusses her desires for peace and positivity while addressing the complexities of modern life, especially as a mother and activist, in the context of her upcoming independent comedy at Cannes that critiques global political failures.

May 11 • 08:13 UTC

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