Talking past each other: the director of Cannes sensation R.M.N. discusses the timely, timeless, and technical aspects of his politically charged drama.
Not dark yet: our man in Cannes weighs in on the fest at the midpoint, highlighting Park Chan-wook’s Decision to Leave, Jerzy Skolimowski’s EO, Cristian Mungui’s R.M.N., and more
Screentime: Eugene Hernandez and Arianna Bocco, President of IFC Films, discuss Cannes’ changing role in the film industry, how Cristian Mungiu changed Arianna’s career, and more
Mirror mirror: though questionable marketing decisions and technical snafus abound, the early days of Cannes 2022 have nonetheless delivered on the promise of genuine cinematic thrills
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