The Cannes Film Festival kicks off its 75th anniversary edition this spring, showcasing new films from veteran filmmakers and emerging voices alike. The prestigious event will take place May 17-28 and resume in-person festivities for its second year in a row. The 2022 jury consists of actor Vincent Lindon as president, alongside filmmakers Rebecca Hall, Noomi Rapace, Jeff Nichols, Asghar Farhadi, Joachim Trier and more.
Congratulations to the following AFI Alumni with films in the festival this year!
Competition
CRIMES OF THE FUTURE
Thorsten Schumacher (AFI Class of 2001), Executive Producer
DECISION TO LEAVE
Ji-yong Kim (AFI Class of 2003), Cinematographer
Out of Competition
ELVIS
Jeremy Doner (AFI Class of 1994), Writer
TOP GUN: MAVERICK
Claudia Ethridge (AFI Class of 2018), Art Department Assistant
Holly Dorff (AFI Class of 1999), ADR Voice Casting
Un Certain Regard
CORSAGE
Gottlieb Pallendorf (AFI Class of 1994), Production Manager
THE STRANGER
Thorsten Schumacher (AFI Class of 2001), Executive Producer
Lars Sylvest (AFI Class of 1999), Executive Producer
Directors’ Fortnight
FALCON LAKE
François Choquet (AFI Class of 2006), Writer
