Quentin Dupieux's 'Full Phil' Premieres at Cannes Midnight Screenings
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The absurdist comedy 'Full Phil', directed by Quentin Dupieux, premiered to a full house in the Midnight Screenings section of the Cannes Film Festival. The film stars Kristen Stewart and Woody Harrelson as a father-daughter duo whose Parisian reunion is disrupted by surreal obstacles. The premiere marks Dupieux's return to Cannes and a new project for Oscar-nominated actor Stewart.
Facts First
- Premiered at Cannes in the Midnight Screenings section to an audience that appeared to be a full house.
- Directed by Quentin Dupieux, a French filmmaker known for an absurd, surreal style and microbudget productions.
- Stars Kristen Stewart and Woody Harrelson as an American father and daughter traveling to Paris to reconnect.
- Features a runtime of one hour and 20 minutes and includes obstacles like protests, a hotel employee, and a 1950s horror movie.
- Kristen Stewart was prepared to sign on to the project before even reading the script.
What Happened
The film 'Full Phil' premiered at the Palais during the Cannes Film Festival as part of the Midnight Screenings section. The audience for the midnight screening appeared to be a full house. The film is an absurd father-daughter comedy directed by Quentin Dupieux and features a cast including Kristen Stewart, Woody Harrelson, Charlotte Le Bon, Emma Mackey, Tim Heidecker, and Eric Wareheim. During the premiere, Stewart pulled faces at the camera, waved to the balcony, and danced in place as the credits rolled.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy offbeat, surreal comedies, a new film from director Quentin Dupieux may soon be available to watch. The film features major stars like Kristen Stewart and Woody Harrelson in a project that appears to have generated positive buzz at a major festival. For fans of Stewart, this premiere follows her directorial debut at Cannes last year and shows her continued involvement in artist-driven projects.
What's Next
'Full Phil' may now seek distribution following its festival premiere. Kristen Stewart is currently filming the vampire thriller 'Flesh of the Gods' and has stated plans to work on an Amazon show and make a film with friends. Dupieux's return to Cannes suggests he may continue to be a regular presence at major film events.