Swann Arlaud

As the Cannes Film Festival kicks off, 22 films vie for the coveted Palme d'Or, featuring masterpieces from acclaimed directors. However, the reduced presence of women filmmakers has stirred debate, leading critics to label the event as engaging in 'feminism washing.' Nonetheless, this year’s selection remains a vibrant mix of global stories and perspectives.

Justine Triet's 'Anatomy of a Fall' won 'Best Original Screenplay' at the BAFTA Film Awards. The film, starring Sandra Huller, follows a German writer accused of murdering her French husband. Their conflicted relationship is put on trial, with their blind son as a key witness.

Celebrities at the Academy Awards showed solidarity with Palestine, calling for a ceasefire. Pro-Palestinian demonstrators protested Israel's actions. The conflict between Hamas and Israel resulted in casualties and hostages, with deaths reported during Israel's offensive.

Stars at Oscars 2024, including Billie Eilish, Finneas, Ramy Youssef, and Mark Ruffalo, supported the 'Artists4Ceasefire' movement, advocating a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Ruffalo also penned a note advocating women's reproductive rights and the power of voting to protect women and all life.