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Alice Rohrwacher to Chair Jury for Cannes’ Prestigious Caméra d’Or Award, Celebrating Exceptional Debut Films

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Cannes, France – Renowned Italian filmmaker Alice Rohrwacher has been named the jury president for the Caméra d’Or prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding first works by directors, highlighting entries from the festival’s official selection along with films showcased in the Critics’ Week and Directors’ Fortnight sections. The Caméra d’Or, or Golden Camera, serves as a significant accolade, assisting in launching the careers of burgeoning filmmakers. Rohrwacher, a distinguished director whose films such as “The Wonders,” “Happy as Lazzaro,” and “La Chimera” have all competed at Cannes, expressed her … Read more

Sean Baker Dedicates Palme d’Or Victory to Sex Workers with ‘Anora’, Spotlighting Prejudice and Hope in Cinema

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Cannes, France – At the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, a myriad of voices from the global film community echoed a resounding shift toward inclusivity and recognition of unconventional narratives. Sean Baker, who clinched the Palme d’Or for his film “Anora,” dedicated his award to sex workers, hoping the film broadens public perception and acceptance of their lives, underscoring the film’s potential to challenge societal prejudices. Baker expressed his aspiration for “Anora” to reach a wider audience through mainstream cinema channels, emphasizing the importance of visibility for films that illuminate underrepresented communities. This theme of visibility … Read more