Alejandro G.
Iñárritu has been named president of the Cannes Film Festival jury.The Oscar-winning director of “Birdman” and “The Revenant” will be the first Mexican artist to chair the panel.
Iñárritu has a long history with Cannes, starting with his debut feature, “Amores Perros,” in 2000, and last attended two years ago with his critically acclaimed virtual reality experience, “Carne y Arena,” in the official selection.“Cannes is a festival that has been important to me since the beginning of my career,” Iñárritu said in a statement.
“I am humbled and thrilled to return this year with the immense honor of presiding over the jury.”He added: “Cinema runs through the veins of the planet, and this festival has been its heart.
We on the jury will have the privilege to witness the new and excellent work of fellow filmmakers from all over the planet.
This is a true delight
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