Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardem Festival de Cannes president Pierre Lescure and general delegate Thierry Frémaux presented the official selection of the 71st Festival de Cannes on April 12, 2018, which will be held from May 8-19, 2018. Aside from the films in competition, there will be other screenings. “Todos Lo Saben” (Everybody Knows) by Asghar … Continue reading Asghar Farhadi’s ‘Todos Lo Saben’ is 2018 Cannes Film Festival opening film
List of 14 films in 2018 Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard
On April 12, 2018, Festival de Cannes president Pierre Lescure and general delegate Thierry Frémaux announced the official entries to the 71st Festival de Cannes, which will be held from May 8-19, 2018. There will be 14 films under the Un Certain Regard category. Academy Award winner Benicio del Toro, who is set to play … Continue reading List of 14 films in 2018 Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard
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17 films competing for Palme d’Or at 2018 Cannes Film Festival
The 71st Festival de Cannes, running from May 8-19, 2018, features Cate Blanchett as jury president and 17 films competing for Palme d'Or. The opening film is "Todos Lo Saben" by Asghar Farhadi of Spain. Over 1900 films were considered, with close to 80 selected for competition. Watch the announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0swRBkl11rI
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2018 Cannes Film Festival poster inspired by Georges Pierre’s work
The 71st Festival de Cannes poster is inspired by Jean-Luc Godard’s film "Pierrot le fou" and pays homage to Georges Pierre, a renowned French still photographer. Pierre's impactful career and founding of the Association des Photographes de Films is noted. The poster, designed by Flore Maquin, reflects her vibrant and colorful artistic style. The festival, with Cate Blanchett as President of the Jury, is set to commence on May 8, 2018. The official film selection was announced on April 12, 2018.
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Thailand’s Nong-O Gaiyanghadao plans to knock out France’s Fabio Pinca in Pasay
Fighting out of Bangkok, Thailand, Nong-O Gaiyanghadao, 31, is a Muay Thai legend with a long list of accolades in his trophy room. He has the coveted Lumpinee Muay Thai world championship, the prestigious Rajadamnern Muay Thai title and the Fighter of the Year citation to name a few. But Gaiyanghadao did not get the … Continue reading Thailand’s Nong-O Gaiyanghadao plans to knock out France’s Fabio Pinca in Pasay
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‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ to be screened at 2018 Cannes Film Festival
In 2018, the Cannes International Film Festival will feature the screening of "Solo: A Star Wars Story", directed by Ron Howard and starring Alden Ehrenreich as Han Solo. The film explores the youth of the famous smuggler and will be released in France on May 23, 2018, followed by its release in the United States.
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‘Avengers: Infinity War’ star Benicio del Toro heads 2018 Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard jury
Benicio de Toro (©Myrna Suarez) The man who will preside over the fate of the Un Certain Regard Jury is not only a film lover but a brilliant actor, entirely devoted to his art. Eight years ago, along with Tim Burton, 59, Benicio Del Toro, 51, and his fellow members of the Jury selected Thai director … Continue reading ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ star Benicio del Toro heads 2018 Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard jury
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France’s Anissa Meksen decisions Canada’s Ashley Nichols in Los Angeles, California
The only women's match at “Glory 52: Los Angeles” on March 31, 2018, saw France's Anissa Meksen face Canada's Ashley Nichols in a non-title catchweight bout. Meksen won via unanimous decision, maintaining her dominance with a record of 95-3. Nichols suffered her promotional debut loss, with a record of 12-5.
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France’s Arnold Quero to fight Brazil’s Caio Gregorio at ‘Brave 11’ in Belo Horizonte
Arnold “Silverback” Quero is the only mixed martial artist from France on the “Brave 11” fight card. He and his Brazilian opponent Caio Gregorio will compete in the featherweight division. Brave Combat Federation will hold "Brave 11" at the Mineirao Stadium Terrace in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil on April 13, 2018. This is the third event … Continue reading France’s Arnold Quero to fight Brazil’s Caio Gregorio at ‘Brave 11’ in Belo Horizonte
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Ursula Meier heads 2018 Cannes Film Festival’s Caméra d’or jury
A representative of the new generation of filmmakers is heading the Caméra d’or Jury of the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. Along with six fellow professionals, French-Swiss filmmaker Ursula Meier, 46, will select the best first film presented in the Official Selection, the Semaine de la Critique and the Directors' Fortnight. Meier is a filmmaker who questions … Continue reading Ursula Meier heads 2018 Cannes Film Festival’s Caméra d’or jury
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