Cruise's Top Gun wows Cannes
Even before a single scene from Top Gun: Maverick unspooled at the film's Cannes première on Wednesday night, festival-goers made it clear that they think Tom Cruise is magnifique.
The actor received a thunderous ovation after he was presented with a “surprise” Palme d'Or, one that genuinely seemed to take him off guard. He had received another ovation after making some spirited introductory remarks. It served as the culmination of a day celebrating the enduring star wattage of Cruise, one that also included a “Master Class” with the actor.
“This movie was a dream,” Cruise said. “We talked about it when filming. I just want to see everyone's faces. There's no masks and we're in a movie theatre. I'm going to take this all in and I feel very grateful.
We're here for you. I make all these movies for all of you and I'm very blessed to do what I do. Enjoy this evening. You all have made my life.”