The 2026 Cannes Film Festival was a little quieter than previous editions, to be sure—there was a dearth of Hollywood blockbusters, some more middling work from respected auteurs, and a few genuine head-scratchers.

The Marie Kreutzer-directed drama is Netflix's third Cannes buy after the animated "In Waves" and Spanish epic "The Black Ball."

At least as far as starmaking goes, Cannes is building a Hollywood of its own—and in an era when established American stars are clamoring to appear on the White Lotus rather than in movies, that’s probably a good thing.

It was down-and-out in Cannes for Hollywood this year, with rival flaks bunking together, films screening in tiny apartments and studio teams staying home.

Hear from IndieWire staffers and contributors about the best of the fest, from Palme d'Or winner "Fjord" to "Paper Tiger."

"Club Kid," "Camp Miasma," and "Minotaur" may not have a lot in common, but they all stood out from a weak lineup for a similar reason.

The Cannes Film Festival hosted the world premiere of The Man I Love, the latest film from director Ira Sachs. Mungiu was joined by the stars of the film, including Rami Malek, Rebecca Hall, Ebon Moss-Bachrach,