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George Lucas received the honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, presented by his longtime friend and collaborator Francis Ford Coppola. The two filmmakers reflected on their decades-long friendship and Lucas's influential career, with Coppola praising Lucas's contributions to film history. Lucas expressed gratitude and nostalgia, noting his unique path in the industry.
George Lucas received an Honorary Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, presented by his longtime friend and collaborator Francis Ford Coppola. The event featured a five-minute standing ovation for Lucas, who expressed his gratitude for the honor. Lucas' relationship with Cannes dates back to 1971 with his film THX-1138, and his work, including the Star Wars franchise, has had a profound impact on cinema.
George Lucas addressed criticism of the "Star Wars" films for lacking diversity, emphasizing the inclusion of various alien species and notable characters of color like Billy Dee Williams and Samuel L. Jackson. He also defended the portrayal of women, highlighting strong female characters like Princess Leia and Queen Amidala. Lucas is at the Cannes Film Festival to receive an honorary Palme d'Or, celebrating his contributions to cinema.
Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese animation studio co-founded by Hayao Miyazaki, will receive the Honorary Palme d’Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, marking the first time this honor has been given to a collective. Toshio Suzuki, co-founder of Studio Ghibli, expressed gratitude and emphasized the studio's commitment to producing high-quality animation for global audiences. The festival's president, Iris Knobloch, highlighted the significance of celebrating an institution rather than an individual. Additionally, filmmaker George Lucas will also be honored at the festival's closing on May 25.
Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas are both set to make appearances at the Cannes Film Festival for different reasons. Coppola will premiere his long-gestating passion project, Megalopolis, and seek a distributor, while Lucas will receive the Honorary Palme d’Or on the 47th anniversary of Star Wars. Cannes Director Thierry Fremaux expressed excitement for Coppola's independent artistic achievement, and Lucas reminisced about the festival's significance in his career.
Michael Douglas reminisces about the scandalous premiere of "Basic Instinct" at the Cannes Film Festival in 1992, where the sex scenes were overwhelming for many viewers. Douglas is in Cannes to accept the Honorary Palme d’Or for his "brilliant career and commitment to cinema." He also recalls controversies surrounding his film "Behind the Candelabra" and discusses the impact of streaming on the film industry. Douglas has brought several memorable movies to Cannes over his career, including "The China Syndrome," "Falling Down," and "Behind the Candelabra."
Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and their daughter Carys Zeta Douglas stole the show at the opening of the 76th Festival de Cannes. Douglas received an Honorary Palme d'Or for his brilliant career in cinema, with his wife and daughter looking on from the audience. The family posed together on the red carpet, with Zeta-Jones and Zeta Douglas wearing Elie Saab gowns. Douglas joked that he was even older than the festival after receiving a standing ovation.
Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and their daughter Carys Zeta Douglas stole the show at the opening of the 76th Cannes Film Festival. Douglas received an Honorary Palme d'Or for his brilliant career and engagement for cinema, with his wife and daughter looking on from the audience. The family posed together on the red carpet, with Zeta-Jones and Zeta Douglas giving Douglas a sweet peck on the cheek. The couple's other son, Dylan Michael Douglas, also attended the event.