Jury

Documentary Triumphs at Cannes: Déni Oumar Pitsaev’s ‘Imago’ Takes Home L’Oeil d’or, While Jarecki’s Assange Film Secures Special Jury Prize

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CANNES, France — The Cannes Film Festival awarded the prestigious L’Oeil d’or prize for nonfiction film to Déni Oumar Pitsaev for his documentary, Imago. The announcement took place at the Palais des Festivals, where Pitsaev and fellow director Eugene Jarecki, whose film on Julian Assange received a Special Jury Prize, celebrated their achievements. Pitsaev expressed surprise upon receiving the award, humorously noting potential security issues while traveling with the heavy, metallic trophy. "I hope they do not mistake it for a weapon," he quipped. Jarecki’s film, The Six Billion Dollar Man, focuses on the life … Read more

Money20/20 Unveils Star-Studded Jury for Inaugural Money Awards Celebration

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Las Vegas, Nevada — Money20/20 has announced the formation of a distinguished global jury for its inaugural Money Awards, aimed at recognizing outstanding contributions within the financial technology sector. The awards seek to spotlight innovation, excellence, and impact in a rapidly evolving industry. This year’s jury will comprise experts from diverse backgrounds in finance, technology, and entrepreneurship. Their collective insights will play a critical role in evaluating nominees across various categories. The decision to gather such a high-caliber group underlines Money20/20’s commitment to honoring key players who are shaping the future of money. The Money … Read more

Tribeca Festival 2025 Unveils Star-Studded Jury: Hollywood Icons Unite to Champion Emerging Talent

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New York — The Tribeca Festival has announced its jury for the upcoming 2025 edition, which will assess top creative works in film, gaming, and audio storytelling. The festival will run from June 4 to June 15 in New York City, featuring 15 competition categories across various mediums. This year’s jury boasts an impressive mix of talent, featuring actors, directors, and producers renowned in their fields. Among them are Jennifer Beals, Matthew Broderick, Art Linson, and Mira Sorvino. This group is set to spotlight emerging talent and also includes the inaugural Nora Ephron Award to … Read more

Cannes Buzz: Trier and Simon Shine in Jury Rankings as Hermanus’ Film Stumbles

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CANNES, France — Two films from well-regarded directors have garnered attention at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, showcasing their unique narratives and perspectives. Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value and Carla Simon’s Romeria both scored impressively on Screen International’s jury grid, while Oliver Hermanus’ The History of Sound received mixed reviews. Simon’s Romeria, a follow-up to her Golden Bear-winning film Alcarras, achieved an average score of 2.7. The film has received a mix of reviews, including a notable four-star rating from Ahmed Shawkey of Filfan.com, along with eight ratings of three stars. However, it faced criticism from … Read more