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Hollywood Stars Shine with Directorial Debuts at Cannes

5/10/2025

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Scarlett Johansson, Kristen Stewart, and Harris Dickinson are set to shine at the Cannes Film Festival with their directorial debuts. Johansson's "Eleanor the Great," featuring June Squibb, delves into the poignant themes of grief and connection. Meanwhile, Stewart's adaptation of Lidia Yuknavitch's memoir and Dickinson's "Urchin" highlight their artistic evolution, making this a landmark moment in their careers.

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Scarlett Johansson, Kristen Stewart, and Harris Dickinson are set to shine at the Cannes Film Festival with their directorial debuts. Johansson's "Eleanor the Great," featuring June Squibb, delves into the poignant themes of grief and connection. Meanwhile, Stewart's adaptation of Lidia Yuknavitch's memoir and Dickinson's "Urchin" highlight their artistic evolution, making this a landmark moment in their careers.