"Cannes 2023: Elder Statesmen and Anticipated Premieres Take Center Stage"

The 76th Cannes Film Festival begins on Tuesday, featuring a competition lineup dominated by veteran directors such as Martin Scorsese, Ken Loach, Wim Wenders, and Nanni Moretti. The most anticipated premiere is Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, which sees Harrison Ford's archeologist character return to help his goddaughter track down an ancient treasure. The festival also features an unprecedented number of films in competition directed by women, including the opening night film Jeanne du Barry, directed by and starring Maïwenn, and featuring Johnny Depp as Louis XV.