We’re hearing that the opening film of the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, which is set to take place in July instead of the traditional fortnight in May, has been selected. Amazon Studios’ Annette, which is directed by Leos Carax, will open this year’s proceedings on 6th July. Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard lead the cast of the musical.
Annette’s original screenplay, original songs and score were written and composed by Ron Mael and Russell Mael of the innovative pop/rock band Sparks. Annette is produced by Charles Gillibert and Paul-Dominique Win Vacharasinthu. Simon Helberg also stars.
Legendary filmmaker Leos Carax returns to Cannes with his first feature film since the critically acclaimed Holy Motors (2012).
Here is the official synopsis:
Los Angeles, today. Henry (Adam Driver) is a stand-up comedian with a fierce sense of humor who falls in love with Ann (Marion Cotillard), a world-renowned opera singer. Under the spotlight, they form a passionate and glamorous couple. With the birth of their first child, Annette, a mysterious little girl with an exceptional destiny, their lives are turned upside down. A film by visionary director Leos Carax (Holy Motors), with story & music by Ron & Russell Mael of Sparks, this original musical is a journey of love, passion & fame.
You can check out a debut still from the film above. More as it comes in.
