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Cannes Spotlight: “The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo” Shines as Top Film in Un Certain Regard, Celebrating Queer Narratives and Emerging Talent

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CANNES, France — Diego Céspedes’ film, “The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo,” has been awarded the top honor in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, as announced by the jury on Friday. The film tells the story of an 11-year-old girl navigating life in a queer family set against the backdrop of a small Chilean mining town during the early 1980s. The narrative unfolds amid rising anxiety over a perplexing disease alleged to spread through looks exchanged between men. In addition to Céspedes’ triumph, the Jury Prize was awarded to Simón … Read more

Xavier Dolan to Lead Un Certain Regard Jury at Cannes Film Festival

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Toronto, Canada – Xavier Dolan, the renowned Canadian filmmaker known for his critically acclaimed films such as “Mommy,” has been appointed as President of the Un Certain Regard Jury for the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. This prestigious position allows Dolan to celebrate emerging talent in the industry. Expressing his excitement about the opportunity, Dolan shared, “I am humbled and delighted to return to Cannes as President of the Un Certain Regard Jury. Discovering the work of talented filmmakers has always been at the heart of my personal and professional journeys. This responsibility … Read more