Honorary Palme d'Or and Political Commentary
presented with an honorary Palme d'Or, lauding him as "the archetype" actor and a champion of democracy, amidst a standing ovation.
De Niro criticized U.S. President during his speech, condemning proposed tariffs on foreign films and emphasizing art's role in fighting autocracy and embracing diversity.
Festival Highlights and Global Impact
The festival's opening day featured a salute to Ukraine, the introduction of 's jury, and a restoration of ’s "" for its 100th anniversary.
, following a year that produced several Oscar contenders, faces new challenges including Trump's film tariffs and showcases the global nature of cinema with films from diverse origins.