Sentimental Value Wows Cannes; Damien Chazelle's Next; Been Caught Stealing Trailer Released
We have a new Best Picture favorite: Sentimental Value wowed the audience at Cannes last night, grabbing a 19 minute standing ovation.
It's Thursday, May 22nd. Here's what's happening.
The Big Picture
All the action is in Cannes. Award caliber films are on display, people are timing the ovations, and the distribution sharks are circling. Sentimental Value earned a remarkable 19 minute standing ovation last night, making it the new favorite. Mubi and Neon appear to be the most active buyers.
🎥 Extra Coverage
Joachim Trier's Sentimental Value earned a stunning 19-minute standing ovation following its screening in competition at the Cannes Film Festival last night. (Deadline)
Cillian Murphy and Daniel Craig are in talks to star in Damien Chazelle’s upcoming prison drama for Paramount. (ScreenDaily)
Mubi has acquired Mascha Schilinski’s Cannes-debuting drama Sound of Falling—its second major pickup of the festival, following its recent acquisition of Lynne Ramsay’s Die, My Love. (TheWrap)
Lots of buzz for Director Darren Aronofsky's latest fi Been Caught Stealing. The movie, starring Austin Butler, released a new trailer yesterday. (Empire)
Mubi has bought the international rights for The Secret Agent, a film that is garnering praise. Neon previously bought the North American rights. (Variety)
Vanity Fair has a great deep dive into the partnership between Sentimental Value director Joachim Trier and Cannes Best Actress Winner (2021 for Worst Person In The World) Renate Reinsve. (Vanity Fair)
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🍿 Film Festivals
Cannes Film Festival, France - May 13-24
Seattle International Film Festival, US - May 15-25
Docaviv, Israel - May 22-31
Inside Out Toronto 2SLGBTQ+ Film Festival, Canada - May 23-31
Krakow Film Festival, Poland - May 25-June 1
Los Angeles Greek Film Festival, US - May 27-June 1
Nippon Connection Film Festival, Germany - May 27-June 1
Mendocino Film Festival, US - May 29-June 1
SXSW London, June 2-7
Lighthouse International Film Festival, US - June 4-8
New Media Film Festival, US - June 4-5
Sydney Film Festival, Australia - June 4-15
Tribeca Film Festival, US - June 4-15
📺 Watch This Tonight
The Worst Person In The World (2021)
Directed by Joachim Trier
Director Joachim Trier is getting all the attention right now, so it's the perfect time to revisit The Worst Person In The World.
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