Juliette Binoche is one of the most accomplished actors in contemporary cinema. The French actress has been a constant presence in the international film scene. Her body of work is extensive and ranges from intimate dramas to big-budget blockbusters. But perhaps her most significant connection to the film industry is her long-standing relationship with the Cannes Film Festival from her first major film Rendez-Vous to Copie Conforme, which earned her the Best Actress award.

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Playing in May, the monthe of the Cannes Film Festival, and beyond, on TV5MONDE Cinema On Demand:

• La dérive des continents: A hidden gem from the Festival de Cannes Quinzaine des réalisateurs 2022, making its unprecedented debut.
• Bruno Reidal: Witness the gripping narrative from the Festival de Cannes 2021 Semaine de la Critique, making its premiere.
• Les héroïques:  Director Maxime Roy's first feature film depicting the everyday struggles of society. Festival de Cannes 2021, hors compétition

Playing in May and beyond on TV5 Monde USA and on the TV5MondePlus streaming platform:

• Freda (2021)
  
  Discover the resilience of a family in Haiti in Freda. Watch it on May 19th at 8:30pm ET on TV5 Monde USA.

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• Mon légionnaire (2021)

Follow a young woman's journey in Mon légionnaire, starring Camille Cottin and Louis Garrel. Airing May 12th at 8:30pm ET on TV5 Monde USA and streaming from May 8th on TV5MONDEplus.

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• Une aussi longue absence (1960)

Experience the Palme d'Or winning classic Une aussi longue absence, airing May 28th at 8:30pm ET on TV5 Monde USA. Also available on TV5MONDEplus.

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• Dans Paris (2006)

Dive into the emotional depths of Dans Paris, airing May 16th at 8:30pm ET on TV5 Monde USA. Stream it now on TV5MONDEplus.

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• Je veux voir (2008)

Join Catherine Deneuve in Je veux voir, exploring Lebanon post-conflict. Airing May 21st at 8:30pm ET on TV5 Monde USA and streaming from May 8th on TV5MONDEplus.

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• En Ville (2011)

Explore the complex relationship dynamics in En Ville. Airing May 7th at 8:30pm ET on TV5 Monde USA.

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• Viva Varda (2019)

Celebrate the life and work of Agnès Varda with Viva Varda. Airing May 22nd at 8:30pm ET on TV5 Monde USA and available on TV5MONDEplus.

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A career that started in Cannes

Binoche's relationship with Le Festival de Cannes began in 1985, with her first lead role in Rendez-Vous by André Téchiné. The film was presented at the festival and was widely praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young actress trying to make it in Paris. Alongside Lambert Wilson, Binoche's performance in the film was a revelation, showcasing her talent and charisma. The film went on to win for Best Direction, earning international recognition for Téchiné. For Binoche, the Cannes experience was a life-changing event, launching her career and establishing her as a rising star.

Binoche's success at Cannes continued with her appearance in Copie Conforme by Abbas Kiarostami. The film premiered in competition at the festival in 2010 and earned Binoche the Best Actress award. Copie Conforme tells the story of a couple who meet in Tuscany and begins to enact the roles of a long-married couple. The film's themes of identity and authenticity resonated with the audience, and Binoche's performance was praised for its emotional depth and complexity. Kiarostami was likewise celebrated for his direction, and the film went on to win several other awards at other festivals.

Haneke, Assayas, Cronenberg bring Binoche back to Cannes

Binoche's most challenging roles at Cannes have often been in films that tackle difficult and thought-provoking subject matter. For example, in Code Inconnu by Michael Haneke, she played a character struggling with the consequences of her actions. The film premiered at Cannes in 2000 and was praised for its bold approach to storytelling and its unsentimental treatment of its protagonist. Likewise, in Caché, another film by Haneke that premiered at Cannes in 2005, Binoche's performance was lauded for its power and depth. She played the wife of an affluent couple whose son's death is being investigated by a mysterious stranger. The film was a critical and commercial success and earned several awards, including the Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival.

Binoche has also established a close relationship with Olivier Assayas, who has directed her in several films presented at Cannes. Their first collaboration was in 2008, when Assayas cast Binoche in Summer Hours, a film that explores the themes of family, legacy, and memory. The film premiered at Cannes and was praised for its beauty and insight. In 2014, Binoche and Assayas collaborated again on Sils Maria, a film about two actresses engaged in a deep and complex relationship. The film premiered in competition at Cannes, where it was viewed as a masterpiece of psychological drama. Binoche's performance was once again celebrated for its emotional range and complexity. The film went on to win several awards, including the Prix Louis Delluc.

Juliette Binoche's performance in David Cronenberg's film "Cosmopolis" was one of the highlights of the 2012 Festival de Cannes. In the film, Binoche played the role of Didi Fancher, an art dealer who becomes entangled in the bizarre world of the ultra-wealthy protagonist Eric Packer (played by Robert Pattinson).

Binoche's work with up and coming directors

Binoche has also championed the work of lesser-known directors, using her status as one of the most prominent actresses in the industry to bring their work to a wider audience. For example, in Ma Loute by Bruno Dumont, Binoche delivered a captivating performance out of character for her. The film follows a dysfunctional family in a remote beach town in France and plays with elements of suspense, comedy, and drama. Binoche's character is a wealthy socialite who becomes romantically involved with a local fisherman while dealing with her family's various dysfunctions.

Similarly, her appearance in Ouiestreham, presented as part of La Quinzaine des Réalisateurs, showcased her talent for bringing nuance and depth to her performances. The film, directed by Emmanuel Carrère, follows a group of women who travel from Paris to a seaside town to help refugees. Binoche's character is a former journalist who is disillusioned with her profession and seeking meaning in her life. The film's themes of family, connection, and sacrifice are all brought to life by Binoche's moving performance. Her presence in the film helped raise its profile, and it received critical acclaim both in France and internationally.

La Passion de Dodin Bouffant (The Taste of Things), a masterpiece celebrated in Cannes

More recently, Binoche appeared in La Passion de Dodin Bouffant (The Taste of Things). Directed by Tran Anh Hung, the film was presented at Cannes in 2020. Binoche plays a chef who is passionate about creating culinary works of art. The film is a tribute to the sensual pleasures of food and the creativity and passion that go into preparing it. Binoche's performance in the film is delightful and effervescent, capturing the joy and artistry of cooking. Tran Anh Hung's movie was also pre-selected for the 2024 Oscars for Best Foreign Film but didn't make the final shortlist.

Binoche's work at Cannes is impressive not only for the range and quality of her performances but also for the consistency and longevity of her career. She has been a fixture at the festival for over three decades and has worked with some of the most celebrated directors in the world. Her work has helped elevate the festival's status as one of the world's most important cinematic events.

In fact, Binoche is the only actor to have won an award at all three of the biggest awards in international cinema: the Cannes, Berlin and Venice Film Festival. She shares this distinction with only a handful of other actors - Julianne Moore, Jack Lemmon, and Sean Penn - cementing her status as one of the most accomplished and celebrated actors of her generation.

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