Event Details

This year, the Cannes Classics will feature esteemed filmmaker Quentin Tarantino as the guest of honor. The festival will host a special tribute to U.S. director George Sherman, celebrating his contributions to cinema.

Tarantino’s Engagement

Tarantino, who has been a significant presence at Cannes—having won the prestigious Palme d’Or for his film Pulp Fiction and serving as President of the Jury in 2004—will showcase his admiration for Sherman through screenings of notable works. Attendees can look forward to viewing two classic westerns made for Universal Pictures: Red Canyon and Comanche Territory.

The discussion surrounding Sherman’s influential body of work will be moderated by the acclaimed film critic and documentary filmmaker Elvis Mitchell.

Other Notable Screenings

The festival will also feature a variety of significant films, including:

• A pre-opening screening of Charlie Chaplin’s The Gold Rush, celebrating the film’s centenary.
• A 25th anniversary screening of Amores perros by Alejandro G. Iñárritu.
• A 50th anniversary screening of the iconic One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.