Cannes Film Festival Jury Features Hollywood Stars and International Directors

The prestigious 79th Cannes Film Festival has unveiled its jury, a diverse and globally recognized group of cinematic talents. Presided over by the acclaimed South Korean director Park Chan-wook, the jury boasts an impressive lineup, including Hollywood icon Demi Moore, Oscar-winning Chinese filmmaker Chloé Zhao, and rising Chilean director Diego Céspedes. This selection highlights Cannes' commitment to celebrating a wide spectrum of international cinema and artistic perspectives. The inclusion of Céspedes, whose film "La misteriosa mirada del flamenco" won at the parallel "Una Cierta Mirada" section in 2025, brings a significant Latin American voice to the competition. For Chilean cinema, this is a moment of recognition, showcasing the growing influence and quality of films emerging from the region on the world stage. The jury's task of selecting the Palme d'Or winner from 22 diverse entries, including works by established figures like Pedro Almodóvar and Hirokazu Kore-eda, promises a compelling deliberation. El Nacional, reflecting a Venezuelan perspective, notes the international scope of the festival and the significant representation of global talent, underscoring the festival's role as a premier platform for cinematic excellence.

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La estrella de Hollywood Demi Moore, la cineasta china Chloé Zhao y el director chileno Diego Céspedes integrarán el jurado del 79º Festival de Cannes, presidido por el realizador surcoreano Park Chan-wook, anunciaron el lunes los organizadores.