Monia Chokri to Lead Cannes Caméra d'Or Jury
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Québécois actress and director Monia Chokri will preside over the jury for the Cannes Film Festival's Caméra d'Or prize, awarded to a first work. She will be joined by a panel of industry professionals from cinematography, criticism, directing, and production.
Facts First
- Monia Chokri will preside over the Caméra d'Or jury at the Cannes Film Festival.
- The Caméra d'Or prize is awarded to a first work within the festival's official selection, Critics' Week, and Directors' Fortnight sections.
- Chokri's directorial debut 'A Brother's Love' won the Un Certain Regard Jury Cup de Coeur prize in 2019.
- Her film 'The Nature of Love' was presented in Un Certain Regard in 2023 and won France's César Award for best foreign film in 2024.
- The jury panel includes four other members selected from cinematographers, critics, directors, and industry federations.
What Happened
Monia Chokri, a Québécois actress, director, and screenwriter, will preside over the jury for the Cannes Film Festival's Caméra d'Or prize. The Caméra d'Or is awarded to a first work within the festival's official selection, Critics' Week, and Directors' Fortnight sections. Chokri made her directorial debut in 2019 with 'A Brother's Love', which won the Un Certain Regard Jury Cup de Coeur prize. Her film 'The Nature of Love' was presented in Un Certain Regard in 2023 and won France's César Award for best foreign film in 2024. The jury panel joining her includes cinematographer Michel Benjamin, film critic Cédric Coppola, director and screenwriter Marine Francen, and Christophe Massie.
Why this Matters to You
If you follow international cinema, this appointment signals Cannes's continued recognition of talent from Quebec and highlights the festival's focus on discovering new filmmakers. The Caméra d'Or jury's composition, blending artistic and industry perspectives, may influence which promising debut film receives a significant career-launching accolade.
What's Next
The Caméra d'Or jury will convene during the Cannes Film Festival to review eligible first works and select the winner.