Cannes Film Festival 2024

Review / ‘The Substance’: A visceral body horror that tackles society’s dark obsessions

The screenplay is nothing short of extraordinary. It's hard to imagine such a wild and compelling story coming to life. The film tackles numerous themes, blending body horror with thriller elements while addressing misogyny, ageism, and sexism. It also pays homage to classic horror films like “The Shining” and “Carrie”.

Curtains close on Cannes 2024

The curtains have closed on the 77th Cannes Film Festival, leaving behind a trail of scintillating premieres, captivating performances, and awards season buzz. From established titans of cinema to burgeoning talents, this year's edition offered a diverse feast for cinephiles.

Cannes 2024 / Iranian director Rasoulof's ‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’ gives ‘The Sound of Music’ deja vu

Iranian rebel director Mohammad Rasoulof made a great escape from his homeland days before his movie, “The Seed of the Scared Fig”, was to play at the prestigious competition slot in the ongoing Cannes Film Festival. The film could remind you of an ever-enduring classic, “The Sound of Music” with Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer.

15 must-watch films premiering at Cannes 2024

The Cannes Film Festival, which commenced on May 14 and will end on May 25 this year, promises a diversely spectacular lineup of films to pick from.

Cannes film fest gripped by geopolitical drama

Director Mohammad Rasoulof announced he had fled his home country just days after being sentenced to eight years in prison on security offenses.

Ashna Habib Bhabna graces Cannes red carpet

In the evening of their local time, the red carpet was inaugurated, and the actress graced the opening ceremony wearing a midnight blue gown designed by Zoan Ash. Keeping her makeup and hair simple, she looked gorgeous.

Cannes reveals full jury list for the 77th edition

The prestigious Cannes Film Festival has announced its complete jury lineup for its 77th edition, with a star-studded cast of international filmmakers set to join jury president Greta Gerwig in selecting the winners from this year's competition lineup.

Cannes Film Festival poster echoes scene from Kurosawa’s film

A renowned aspect of the Cannes Film Festival is its iconic posters, which annually narrate a tale and symbolise the 12-day extravaganza set against the captivating backdrop of the sun-kissed south of France, caressed by the gentle waves of the Mediterranean Sea. This year's poster exudes a poetic and hypnotic aura, featuring a scene from "Rhapsody in August", a cinematic masterpiece crafted by the Japanese maestro, Akira Kurosawa.

Saudi drama 'Norah' makes historic entry at Cannes Film Festival

Directed by pioneering director Tawfik Alzaidi, "Norah" tells the story of a young woman in 1990s Saudi Arabia, a time when artistic expression was heavily restricted.

October 18, 2024
October 18, 2024

‘The Substance’: A visceral body horror that tackles society’s dark obsessions

The screenplay is nothing short of extraordinary. It's hard to imagine such a wild and compelling story coming to life. The film tackles numerous themes, blending body horror with thriller elements while addressing misogyny, ageism, and sexism. It also pays homage to classic horror films like “The Shining” and “Carrie”.

May 25, 2024
May 25, 2024

Curtains close on Cannes 2024

The curtains have closed on the 77th Cannes Film Festival, leaving behind a trail of scintillating premieres, captivating performances, and awards season buzz. From established titans of cinema to burgeoning talents, this year's edition offered a diverse feast for cinephiles.

May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024

Iranian director Rasoulof's ‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’ gives ‘The Sound of Music’ deja vu

Iranian rebel director Mohammad Rasoulof made a great escape from his homeland days before his movie, “The Seed of the Scared Fig”, was to play at the prestigious competition slot in the ongoing Cannes Film Festival. The film could remind you of an ever-enduring classic, “The Sound of Music” with Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer.

May 22, 2024
May 22, 2024

15 must-watch films premiering at Cannes 2024

The Cannes Film Festival, which commenced on May 14 and will end on May 25 this year, promises a diversely spectacular lineup of films to pick from.

May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024

Cannes film fest gripped by geopolitical drama

Director Mohammad Rasoulof announced he had fled his home country just days after being sentenced to eight years in prison on security offenses.

May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024

Ashna Habib Bhabna graces Cannes red carpet

In the evening of their local time, the red carpet was inaugurated, and the actress graced the opening ceremony wearing a midnight blue gown designed by Zoan Ash. Keeping her makeup and hair simple, she looked gorgeous.

April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024

Cannes reveals full jury list for the 77th edition

The prestigious Cannes Film Festival has announced its complete jury lineup for its 77th edition, with a star-studded cast of international filmmakers set to join jury president Greta Gerwig in selecting the winners from this year's competition lineup.

April 21, 2024
April 21, 2024

Cannes Film Festival poster echoes scene from Kurosawa’s film

A renowned aspect of the Cannes Film Festival is its iconic posters, which annually narrate a tale and symbolise the 12-day extravaganza set against the captivating backdrop of the sun-kissed south of France, caressed by the gentle waves of the Mediterranean Sea. This year's poster exudes a poetic and hypnotic aura, featuring a scene from "Rhapsody in August", a cinematic masterpiece crafted by the Japanese maestro, Akira Kurosawa.

April 17, 2024
April 17, 2024

Saudi drama 'Norah' makes historic entry at Cannes Film Festival

Directed by pioneering director Tawfik Alzaidi, "Norah" tells the story of a young woman in 1990s Saudi Arabia, a time when artistic expression was heavily restricted.

April 13, 2024
April 13, 2024

Cannes Film Festival unveils dazzling lineup for 77th edition

The prestigious Cannes Film Festival has announced its lineup for the 77th edition, unveiling a captivating array of films from esteemed directors and promising newcomers. The festival, set to run from May 15 to 25, promises a diverse selection of movies competing for the coveted Palme d’Or.