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FEATURE
June 21, 2023
Cannes Film Festival adds 14 new titles
Cannes has added 14 further films to its Official Selection ahead of next month's festival, including two more competition titles.
Cannes, one of the world's most prestigious film festivals, has announced 14 new titles to its 2023 Official Selection. The festival is set to take place from May 16 to May 27, 2023, in the city of Cannes, located on the French Riviera. The announcement of these new titles brings the total number of films in the Official Selection to 54, cementing Cannes' reputation as a festival that showcases the very best in international cinema.
The 14 new titles that have been added to the Official Selection include films from established directors as well as up-and-coming talent. Among the new titles are "The White Bird," directed by Cristian Mungiu, "The Velvet Underground," directed by Todd Haynes, and "Nineteen Seventy-Nine," directed by Sean Durkin. These films will compete for the Palme d'Or, the festival's highest honour, which has been awarded to such films as "The Tree of Life," "Amour," and "Parasite" in previous years.
Other titles in the Official Selection include "Jane by Charlotte," a documentary directed by Charlotte Gainsbourg about her mother, the iconic French actress and singer Jane Birkin, and "The Lost Daughter," a drama directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and starring Olivia Colman and Dakota Johnson. These films will compete in the festival's other categories, such as Un Certain Regard and Out of Competition.
The announcement of these new titles is sure to generate excitement among film enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. Cannes is known for its rigorous selection process, which means that only the very best films are chosen for the Official Selection. As a result, being selected for Cannes is a huge honour for filmmakers and can launch their careers onto the global stage.
In addition to the Official Selection, Cannes also hosts a number of other events and programs. One of the most notable is the Cannes Market, which is a marketplace where filmmakers can pitch their films to distributors and buyers from around the world. The Cannes Market is an important platform for independent filmmakers who are looking to secure distribution for their films.
Cannes also hosts a number of talks and masterclasses, where filmmakers can share their experiences and insights with others in the industry. These events are attended by filmmakers, critics, and journalists from around the world, making Cannes a hub for international film culture.
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Cannes has remained committed to its mission of promoting international cinema. In 2020, the festival was cancelled for the first time since its inception in 1946, but it returned in 2021 with a scaled-back event that was largely successful. This year's festival promises to be even bigger and better, with a strong line-up of films and a renewed sense of excitement among attendees.
Overall, the announcement of these 14 new titles to the Cannes 2023 Official Selection is a testament to the festival's continued commitment to showcasing the very best in international cinema. Whether you are a filmmaker, a critic, or simply a fan of great movies, Cannes is a must-attend event that is sure to inspire and entertain.
