A bee moment ft. Emma Stone, Pedro Pascal and Austin Butler to premieres like Eddington, The Chronology of Water, Die My Love, The Phoenician Scheme and more, here is how the weekend looked at Cannes.
Cannes Film Festival 2025 has been nothing short of a spectacle, especially over the weekend, which saw a whirlwind of much-anticipated film premieres and a star-studded red carpet. From Ari Aster’s Eddington to Kristen Stewart’s The Chronology of Water, the buzz around these films reached a fever pitch. Not to be outdone, Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme and Richard Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague also drew considerable attention, captivating audiences with their bold narratives. While cinema halls were alive with cinematic energy, the red carpet saw its own fair share of glamour and excitement with appearances from icons like Angelina Jolie, Natalie Portman, Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone, Pedro Pascal, Austin Butler, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Pattinson, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Benicio Del Toro, and many more.
On the Indian front, Payal Kapadia has been busy fulfilling her duties as a jury member, while Chhaya Kadam attended the Cannes Market with a Marathi film. Anupam Kher is keeping busy with his directorial debut Tanvi The Great, that's making waves with his team on the sidelines of the festival.
Here’s a quick catch-up on the highlights from Day 4, 5, and 6 at Cannes 2025!
Emma Stone, Pedro Pascal, and Austin Butler’s bee moment
As the team of Eddington took to the red carpet for its premiere, a bee had other plans. While Emma Stone tried to keep her composure, fellow stars Pedro Pascal and Austin Butler stepped in, shooing the bee away from her. This playful moment made for a lighthearted addition to the glamour of the evening.
Kristen Stewart’s A Chronology of Water receives a standing ovation
Kristen Stewart’s directorial debut, A Chronology of Water, premiered under the Un Certain Regard section. Based on Lidia Yuknavitch’s memoir, the film explores themes of sexuality, identity, and transformation. Stewart, visibly emotional, basked in the film's resounding success, which was met with a standing ovation. Alongside, Babygirl fame Harris Dickinson, known for Triangle of Sadness, also premiered his directorial debut Urchin, a gritty coming-of-age tale set in London's underground punk scene.
Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson’s Die, My Love hits the screen
Die, My Love, based on the novel by Argentine writer Ariana Harwicz and directed by Lynne Ramsay, had its premiere at Cannes, drawing significant attention due to its dark and emotional premise. The film revolves around a new mother who spirals into postpartum depression and psychosis. Starring Robert Pattinson and Jennifer Lawrence, latter also being the producer of the film, this film has already made headlines after a fierce bidding war between distributors, with MUBI securing it for a record $23 million.
Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme steals the spotlight
Wes Anderson’s signature style was on full display in The Phoenician Scheme, a multi-starrer film that captivated the audience both on and off the red carpet. The star-studded cast added to the film’s charm, and the premiere was met with an enthusiastic 6-7 minute standing ovation. As always, Anderson’s meticulous attention to detail and whimsical storytelling shone brightly in this latest addition to his portfolio.
Richard Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague pays tribute to french cinema to The Secret Agent special entrance at the red carpet
Richard Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague, which pays homage to the French New Wave and the legacy of Jean-Luc Godard’s Breathless, premiered to great fanfare. The film, which reflects on the radical filmmaking techniques of the 1960s, brought together a talented cast who lit up the red carpet. The film also received a standing ovation after its screening. Meanwhile, Brazilian filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho brought The Secret Agent to the festival, with a thunderous entry at the red carpet paying homage to its Brazilian roots. This marked the latest contribution to red carpet moments, following Tom Cruise’s orchestra-led Mission Impossible premiere.
Red Carpet glamour with Angelina Jolie, Natalie Portman, Quentin Tarantino, Bono, and The Edge
As always, the Cannes red carpet was the place to be for Hollywood’s finest, with Angelina Jolie, Natalie Portman, Quentin Tarantino and so many stars all making glamorous appearances. Musicians Bono and The Edge added their star power to the evening making their way down the iconic carpet.
That’s all for the Cannes Day 4, 5 and 6 highlights.
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