Cate Blanchett ‘humbled’ by presiding duty at Cannes fest
CATE Blanchett feels “humbled” to have be named as chair for the 2018 Cannes Film Festival jury.
The Academy Award-winning actress will head the panel — which is made up of actors and fi lmmakers — tasked with choosing the Palme d’Or recipient for best fi lm, and the other main prizes at the world-famous event.
In a statement, she said: “I have been to Cannes in many guises over the years — as an actress, producer, in the marketplace, the Gala-sphere and in competition but never solely for the sheer pleasure of watching the cornucopia of fi lms this great festival harbours.
“I am humbled by the privilege and responsibility of presiding over this year’s jury.
“This festival plays a pivotal role in bringing the world together to celebrate story: that strange and vital endeavour that all peoples share, understand and crave.”
I am humbled by the privilege and responsibility of presiding over this year’s jury. This festival plays a pivotal role in bringing the world together to celebrate story: that strange and vital endeavour that all peoples share, understand and crave. Cate Blanchett, actress
Blanchett’s predecessor was fi lmmaker Pedro Almodovar, who clashed with panellist Will Smith during the 2017 festival over where Netflix stands in the movie industry.
Cannes president Pierre Lescure and delegate general Thierry Fremaux have praised Blanchett while throwing their support behind her ahead of her exciting role. — BANG Showbiz