Unveiling the Official Poster for the 77th Cannes Film Festival: A Tribute to Japanese Cinema

The Cannes Film Festival has unveiled the official poster for its 77th edition, and it is already generating buzz among film enthusiasts. The poster features a scene from the Japanese classic film Rhapsody in August, directed by the legendary Akira Kurosawa, which premiered out of competition at Cannes in 1991.

Rhapsody in August tells the story of a grandmother who survived the Nagasaki bombing and passes on her faith in love and integrity to her grandchildren and American nephew as a way to combat war and violence. This choice of poster aligns with the festival’s Japanese theme this year, as Cannes recently announced it would be presenting an honorary Palme d’Or to Japanese anime house Studio Ghibli.

Over the years, Cannes’ posters have been known for their elegance, charm, and sometimes controversy. The 2024 poster will overlook this year’s jury, led by Barbie director Greta Gerwig, as they judge the films in competition for the prestigious Palme d’Or award.

The 77th Cannes Film Festival is set to kick off on May 14 with Quentin Dupieux’s The Second Act, starring Léa Seydoux and Vincent Lindon, and will run through May 24. Film lovers can check out the captivating 2024 poster below, which promises an exciting and memorable festival experience.