\n Refresh for latest<\/em>\u2026:<\/strong> It\u2019s the final day here at the \u00a0Cannes Film Festival\u00a0 with prizes including the \u00a0Palme d\u2019Or\u00a0 due to be handed out across the next hour. As we look forward to the results, the anticipation in the air is palpable as festival-goers await the list of \u00a0laureates\u00a0.\n<\/p>\n \n Among those who graced the \u00a0red carpet\u00a0 this evening were \u00a0Elle Fanning\u00a0, star of Sentimental Value<\/em>, along with \u00a0Bi Gan\u00a0, the director of Resurrection<\/em>, and his cast. Other notable attendees included \u00a0Oliver Laxe\u00a0, director of Sirat<\/em>, and \u00a0Sergei Loznitsa\u00a0, director of Two Prosecutors<\/em>. Their presence adds an extra layer of \u00a0celebrity sparkle\u00a0 to the event, elevating the already glamorous atmosphere.\n<\/p>\n \n This final day experienced a bizarre twist when, around 10 AM local time, a \u00a0mass power outage\u00a0 affected the region. The outage cut off electricity and severely disrupted cell service, causing initial chaos. However, the festival was well-prepared for such odd occurrences. They quickly pivoted to an \u00a0independent power supply\u00a0, ensuring that all scheduled events and screenings, including this \u00a0Closing Ceremony\u00a0, could proceed without a hitch. By approximately 3:30 PM, the lights flickered back on across the town, leading to an audible \u00a0sigh of relief\u00a0 from both attendees and organizers.\n<\/p>\n \n The past ten days have unfolded beautifully, marked by a lineup of films considered among the \u00a0strongest in recent years\u00a0. The films showcased in the \u00a0Competition\u00a0 received mostly positive reviews, save for a few outliers that left critics divided. Outside of the Competition, the festival maintained its aura of excitement, exemplified by events such as the \u00a0premiere of Mission: Impossible \u2013 The Final Reckoning\u00a0, where \u00a0Tom Cruise\u00a0 brought his star power to the red carpet.\n<\/p>\n \n As always, \u00a0Deadline\u00a0 timed the ovations inside the Palais, with one notable instance where the audience erupted in applause for an astounding \u00a019 minutes\u00a0. While the length of applause does not guarantee awards, that particular movie, \u00a0Joachim Trier\u2019s\u00a0 Sentimental Value<\/em>, is being tipped as a likely contender for the coveted \u00a0Palme d\u2019Or\u00a0 by Deadline\u2019s critics. Such audience reactions often serve as barometers for the festival’s favorites, further enhancing the competitive atmosphere.\n<\/p>\n \n Other films that have been highlighted by critics include \u00a0Jafar Panahi\u2019s\u00a0 It Was Just an Accident<\/em>, \u00a0Richard Linklater\u2019s\u00a0 Nouvelle Vague<\/em>, and \u00a0Mascha Schilinski\u2019s\u00a0 The Sound of Falling<\/em>, among others. Each of these films has contributed richly to the dialogue around \u00a0narrative\u00a0 and \u00a0cinematography\u00a0 at this year\u2019s festival. For a more extensive look at the critics’ picks, please refer to the detailed analysis here.\n<\/p>\n \n This year, the jury is presided over by the esteemed \u00a0Juliette Binoche\u00a0. While predictions are inevitable, the panel’s decisions remain unpredictable. The suspense around who will take home the top awards adds an exciting element to the festival’s concluding day. As we count down the minutes until the awards are announced, it\u2019s clear that emotional investment runs high among both filmmakers and attendees.\n<\/p>\n \n WINNERS<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n \n Grand Prize<\/strong> \n Best Actress<\/strong> \n Best Director<\/strong> \n Jury Prize – tie<\/strong> \n Best Screenplay<\/strong> \n Best Actor<\/strong> \n Special Prize<\/strong> \n Camera d\u2019Or<\/strong> \n Special Mention, Camera d\u2019Or<\/strong> \n Short Film Palme d\u2019Or<\/strong>Star-Studded Red Carpet Arrivals<\/h2>\n
A Bizarre Start to the Day<\/h2>\n
A Memorable Festival Experience<\/h2>\n
Long Ovations Point to Favorites<\/h2>\n
Highly Rated Films and Critical Picks<\/h2>\n
The Jury’s Role and Expectations<\/h2>\n
Announcing the Winners<\/h2>\n
Sentimental Value<\/em>, dir: \u00a0Joachim Trier\u00a0\n<\/p>\n
\u00a0Nadia Melliti\u00a0, La Petite Derni\u00e8re<\/em>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a0Kleber Mendon\u00e7a Filho\u00a0, The Secret Agent<\/em>\n<\/p>\n
Sirat<\/em>, dir: \u00a0Oliver Laxe\u00a0
The Sound of Falling<\/em>, dir: \u00a0Mascha Schilinski\u00a0\n<\/p>\n
\u00a0Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne\u00a0, Young Mothers<\/em>\n<\/p>\n
\u00a0Wagner Moura\u00a0, The Secret Agent<\/em>\n<\/p>\n
Resurrection<\/em>, dir: \u00a0Bi Gan\u00a0\n<\/p>\n
The President\u2019s Cake<\/em>, dir: \u00a0Hassan Hadi\u00a0\n<\/p>\n
My Father\u2019s Shadow<\/em>, dir: \u00a0Akinola Davies Jr\u00a0\n<\/p>\n
I\u2019m Glad You\u2019re Dead Now<\/em>, dir: \u00a0Tawfeek Barhom\u00a0\n<\/p>\n