Next Best Picture Podcast Episode 443 - Final 2025 Cannes Film Festival Recap, Award Winners & "Caught Stealing" Trailer
May 25, 2025
The hosts share their thrilling Cannes Film Festival experiences, revealing reactions to standout films and award winners. They discuss the moving narrative of 'Lucky Lou' and critique the disappointing 'The Richest Woman in the World.' Excitement abounds for Darren Aronofsky's 'Caught Stealing' trailer, alongside a spirited debate on the best 'Mission: Impossible' films. Amid festival reflections, they also highlight emotional storytelling and discuss the complexities of film nominations, diving into the cultural significance of this year's cinematic offerings.
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Splitsville's Comedy Breakthrough
- "Splitsville" was the funniest film at Cannes with hilarious physical comedy.
- Its long takes and committed performances stand out as a comedic highlight.
Powerful Palme d'Or Winner
- Jafar Panahi's "It Was Just An Accident" won the Palme d'Or and deeply moved audiences.
- Its long, static shots and powerful ensemble portray complex reactions to Iranian regime torture.
Missed Visual Opportunities
- "The History of Sound" failed to visually explore its lead's synesthesia despite thematic potential.
- It relied on telling rather than showing, leaving much of the film dull and unengaging.