Alice Rohrwacher to Lead Jury for Caméra d’Or at Cannes Film Festival
Renowned Italian filmmaker Alice Rohrwacher has been appointed to preside over the jury for the prestigious Caméra d’Or prize at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival. This award recognizes exceptional first features from the festival’s official selection, as well as those in the Critics’ Week and Directors’ Fortnight sections.
The Significance of First Films
In her statement regarding the Caméra d’Or, Rohrwacher expressed the profound impact of first experiences, emphasizing that they often remain etched in our memories. She remarked, “First times are always important and they stay with us for the rest of our lives. Is that why the most prestigious award for first films is called Caméra d’Or?”
Rohrwacher’s Cannes Heritage
Alice Rohrwacher’s relationship with the Cannes Film Festival dates back to her debut feature, “Heavenly Body” (“Corpo Celeste”), which premiered at Directors’ Fortnight in 2011. The film was well-received and gained recognition at other major festivals, including Sundance and New York.
Highlights of Her Filmography
- “The Wonders” (2014): A coming-of-age tale set on a bee farm, this film won the Grand Jury Prize at Cannes.
- “Happy as Lazzaro” (2018): This narrative combines elements of fantasy and social commentary on Italy’s evolution, earning a shared award for best screenplay at Cannes.
- “La Chimera”: Her latest film stars Josh O’Connor as a British archaeologist involved in a smuggling network concerning Etruscan artifacts, and it rounds out a thematic trilogy with her earlier works.
Cannes Festival Details
In addition to Rohrwacher’s jury role, it has been announced that celebrated actress Juliette Binoche will head the main jury, while iconic actor Robert De Niro will be honored with the honorary Palme d’Or. The festival is scheduled to take place from May 13 to 24.