Cannes

Two Couples, One House Swap and a Web of Secrets in Netflix Thriller The Bargain

The new Swedish Netflix series “Bytet” is a thriller with unexpected twists and dark secrets. “It’s an intense chamber drama,” says Jakob Oftebro, who plays one of the lead roles.

Cannes Film Festival Faces Power Outage Before Golden Palm Award

With only hours left until the Golden Palm is awarded, a major power outage is occurring in Cannes.

Algerian Director Mohammed Lakhdar Hamina Dies at 95

Scarlett Johansson Moved to Tears at Cannes Premiere of Directorial Debut

There was jubilation and applause when Scarlett Johansson on Tuesday premiered her directorial debut "Eleanor the Great". Together with her 96-year-old leading lady, she tearfully accepted the premiere audience's accolades.

Denzel Washington Receives Surprise Honorary Award at Cannes Festival

The Cannes Film Festival surprised Denzel Washington by giving the star an honorary Golden Palm. "It's a total surprise for me," exclaimed the star.

Alexandre Desplat Celebrates Wes Anderson and Tarik Saleh at Cannes

Double highlight at this year's Cannes festival: Alexandre Desplat. The Oscar-winning composer has made the music for both the Swedish competition entry "Eagles of the Republic" and the American "The Phoenician scheme".

Tom Cruise Plans to Make Movies at 100 Years Old

The last "Mission: impossible" film has just had its premiere, but Tom Cruise has no plans to retire. I will make films when I am 100, he says to Hollywood Reporter.

Kevin Spacey to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Cannes Gala