Shia LaBeouf Doc, Quentin Tarantino Talk, David Lynch Tribute and Mariska Hargitay's Feature Directorial Debut on Cannes Classics Lineup

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08-05-2025

A documentary on Shia LaBeouf's acting school, conversation with Quentin Tarantino about George Sherman, tribute to the late David Lynch and Mariska Hargitay's feature directorial debut are among the highlights of this year's Cannes Classics lineup, revealed on Wednesday.
'Slauson Rec,' a documentary from Leo Lewis O'Neil about LaBeouf's controversial free acting school he launched in L.A. in 2018, will screen in the presence of both O'Neil and LaBeouf. The film has already caused a stir, with O'Neil's recent interview with Vanity Fair about the project revealing that scenes are included of LaBeouf's alleged physical violence toward members of the experimental theater collective. As O'Neil told Vanity Fair, he sent a trailer for the project to LaBeouf seeking his sign-off on it, and the actor gave his full blessing.
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In a statement to Vanity Fair, LaBeouf said: 'I gave Leo this camera and encouraged him to share his vision and his personal experience without edit. I am aware of the doc and fully support the release of the film. While my teaching methods may be unconventional for some, I am proud of the incredible accomplishments that these kids achieved. Together we turned a drama class into an acting company. I wish only good things for Leo and everyone who was part of The Slauson Rec Company.'
Elsewhere on the lineup, legendary director and guest of honor Tarantino will participate in a discussion about filmmaker Sherman alongside screenings of two of his films, 'Red Canyon' (1949) and 'Comanche Territory' (1950). A tribute documentary to David Lynch from Stéphane Ghez, titled 'David Lynch: Welcome to Hollywood,' will also screen in the presence of the late auteur's son Riley. According to its synopsis, 'Welcome to Hollywood' explores the 'hidden meaning behind a relentlessly consistent filmography and delves beneath the dark and writhing surface of the American Dream.'
Hargitay will also debut her first film at the helm, the documentary 'My Mom Jayne,' in the section. Produced by HBO and Mighty Entertainment, the doc is about Hargitay's mother, Jayne Mansfield, who died in a car accident at the age of 34 when Hargitay was only 3 years old. According to its synopsis, 'The film follows Mariska as she seeks to know, understand, and embrace her mother for the first time. Through intimate interviews and a collection of never-before-seen photos and home movies, she grapples with her mother's public and private legacy and discovers the layers and depth of who Jayne was, not only to her audience but to those who were closest to her.'
Other highlights include a celebration of Charlie Chaplin's 'Gold Rush' for its 100th anniversary, screening as Cannes' pre-opening film on May 13; a 25th anniversary showing of Alejandro G. Iñárritu's debut film 'Amores Perros' ('Love's a Bitch') with the director in attendance; Kevin Smith's 'Dogma: Resurrected' to celebrate its 25th year with Smith present; a restored version of John Woo's 1992 film 'Hard Boiled'; a celebration of Marcel Pagnol to mark 50 years since his death; a screening of Miloš Forman's 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' to mark its 50th anniversary; and section closer 'Barry Lyndon' from Stanley Kubrick in a new 4K restoration.
See the full Cannes Classics lineup below.
'The Gold Rush,' Charlie Chaplin (1925)
After 'La Maman et la putain,' 'L'Amour fou' and 'Napoléon par Abel Gance,' the Festival de Cannes will premiere as a worldwide pre-opening film on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 3 p.m. in Debussy Theater, Chaplin's 'The Gold Rush.' Screening in the presence of Arnold Lozano, Director of Roy Export SAS.
'Amores Perros' ('Love's a Bitch'), Alejandro G. Iñárritu (2000)
As a groundbreaking moment for early 2000s Mexican cinema and winner of the Grand Prize at the Semaine de la Critique at the 2000 Festival de Cannes, 'Amores perros' retains its full and undiminished power. Let us meet with Iñárritu to celebrate the anniversary of his first film. Screening in the presence of Iñárritu.
'Moi Qui T'aimais' ('The One I Loved'), Diane Kurys (2025)
As the festivities will kick off on May 13 with Amélie Bonnin's 'Partir un jour,' it is worth remembering that Diane Kurys was the first female director to open the Festival de Cannes. It was in 1987, with 'Un Homme amoureux.' This year, Diane Kurys returns to the Croisette to present, in Agnès Varda Theater, her vision of the passionate and fascinating story of the mythical couple: Simone Signoret and Yves Montand. Screening in the presence of Kurys, Marina Foïs, Roschdy Zem and Thierry de Peretti.
'The Arch,' T'Ang Shushuen (1968)
One of the few independent female filmmakers in Hong Kong during the 1960s and '70s, she directed one of the first arthouse films from the Pearl of the Orient. A bold and successful fusion of traditional Chinese aesthetics and modern European cinematic style, 'The Arch' premiered worldwide at Cannes in 1969. Screening in the presence of Shushuen.
'Dogma: Resurrected,' Kevin Smith (1999)
Screened out of competition at the 1999 Festival de Cannes, the screenwriter and director is back to prove that it is time to celebrate with dignity and humor the re-release of his film and his 'Dogma: The Resurrection Tour, A 25th Anniversary Celebration with Kevin Smith,' which will pass through Cannes in May. Screening in the presence of Smith and director of photography Robert Yeoman.
'Sunshine,' István Szabó (1999)
Five times in competition, prize of the jury in 1985, member of the jury in 1986, the Hungarian filmmaker, a friend of the Festival de Cannes, will be honored at an evening screening of a newly restored film produced by Robert Lantos. Screening in the presence of Szabó, Lantos and György Ráduly, Director of the National Film Institute – Film Preservation and Technology Division Hungary.
'Slauson Rec,' Leo Lewis O'Neil (2025)
In 2018, Shia LaBeouf launched a free acting school at the Slauson Rec Center in South Central, Los Angeles. What began as an open, egalitarian workshop quickly turned into intense daily rehearsals led by Shia, pushing participants to their limits. Filmmaker Leo Lewis O'Neil, who was present from the very first workshop, documents the participants' complex journey of professorship and the lasting influence and impact on this diverse group over three years. Screening in the presence of O'Neil and LaBeouf.
'I Love Peru,' Raphaël Quenard and Hugo David (2025)
In his headlong rush to success, an oddball comedian abandons his most loyal allies. Alone with himself, he is struck by a disturbing vision. He heads to Peru for a spiritual adventure. Screening in the presence of Quenard and David.
'Yi Yi' ('Yi Yi: A One and a Two'), Edward Yang (2000)
Winner of the best director prize at the 2000 Festival de Cannes, 'Yi Yi' returns to the Palais des festivals screens to honor the memory of director Yang, 2001 jury member and 2005 president of the Cinéfondation and short films. The film will open Cannes Classics. Screening in the presence of Kaili Peng, partner of Edward Yang, credited as composer, set designer, costume designer and actress of the film.
'Hard Boiled,' John Woo (1992)
As a true holy grail for cinephiles around the world, John Woo's work will soon finally be available in a restored version. Launched as a worldwide premiere, the legendary master of 1990s Hong Kong action cinema returns to the big screen at Cannes. Screening in the presence of Jordan Fields, SVP of acquisitions and originals, Shout! Studios.
'Merlusse,' Marcel Pagnol (1935)
On the 50th anniversary of Marcel Pagnol's passing and the 130th anniversary of his birth, in the continuation of an operation carried out in collaboration with the Mairie de Cannes, Cannes Classics will celebrate the 70th anniversary of his presidency of the jury by screening a newly restored version of the film that inspired Alexander Payne's 'Winter Break.' Screening in the presence of Nicolas Pangol.
'David Lynch, une énigme à Hollywood' ('Welcome to Hollywood'), Stéphane Ghez (2025)
As a creator of absolute freedom, David Lynch has built his work as a riddle to be deciphered between dream and reality. As a cult director from his very first films – 'Eraserhead,' 'The Elephant Man,' 'Blue Velvet' – Lynch forever disrupted the world of television with his series 'Twin Peaks,' before tackling the lies of Hollywood in 'Mulholland Drive.' Recounting the life of the most influential filmmaker of his generation, this documentary explores the hidden meaning behind a relentlessly consistent filmography and delves beneath the dark and writhing surface of the American Dream. Screening in the presence of Riley Lynch, David Lynch's son, and Ghez.
'Para Vigo Me Voy' ('To Vigo I Go'), Lírio Ferreira and Karen Harley (2025)
A documentary feature on Carlos Diegues, one of the greatest Brazilian filmmakers, who recently passed away. In his final interviews, he discusses cinema, politics, Brazil and his own life. These interviews are interspersed with excerpts from his films and their soundtracks, composed by artists such as Chico Buarque, Gilberto Gil and Caetano Veloso.Screening in the presence of Harley and Ferreira, producers Diogo Dahl and Maria Fernanda Miguel, editor Lucílio Jota, sound editor Waldir Xavier, the actress from one of Diegues' films Ana Maria Magalhães, singer Ney Matogrosso, as well as Renata Magalhaes, Diegues' spouse, and Isabel, his daughter.
'Dis pas de bêtises!' ('Watch What You Say'), Vincent Glenn (2025)
In the beginning, there was a heart operation gone wrong. From this was born this film, written as a tragi-comedy taking a father and son on a journey to an unknown destination. It's an escapade through memory, film noir and the life of a man who has played with shadows all his life. A tribute to great cinematographer Pierre-William Glenn. Screening in the presence of Vincent Glenn.
'I Huvudet På' (Bo Being Bo Widerberg'), Jon Asp and Mattias Nohrborg (2025)
A feature-length documentary about the Swedish acclaimed and eccentric director Bo Widerberg, who in the shadow of Ingmar Bergman became Sweden's most influential filmmaker. It describes Widerberg's celebration during the progressive early 1960s, from being an aspiring author and a harsh critic to his heydays as hallmarked film auteur and on to adventures in Cannes and New York, directing films like 'The Baby Carriage,' 'Raven's End,' 'Elvira Madigan,' 'Joe Hill' and 'Man on the Roof,' among others. The film also shows to what cost Widerberg's career, or rather his ardent search for life, came at – on his colleagues, on his family and on himself. Screening in the presence of Asp and Nohrborg and the actors from Widerberg's films, Thommy Berggren and Pia Degermark, the 'Elvira Madigan' couple, in competition at Cannes in 1967, for which Degermark received the best actress award.
'My Mom Jayne,' Mariska Hargitay (2025)
Mariska Hargitay was 3 years old when her mother, Jayne Mansfield, tragically died in a car accident at the age of 34. The film follows Mariska as she seeks to know, understand and embrace her mother for the first time. Through intimate interviews and a collection of never-before-seen photos and home movies, she grapples with her mother's public and private legacy and discovers the layers and depth of who Jayne was, not only to her audience but to those who were closest to her. Screening in the presence of Hargitay.
RESTORED PRINTS
'Aranyer Din Ratri' ('Days and Nights in the Forest'), Satyajit Ray (1970)
'La Course en Tête,' Joël Santoni (1974)
'Floating Clouds,' Mikio Naruse (1955)
'Gehenu Lamai' ('The Girls'), Sumitra Peries (1978)
'La Paga,' Ciro Durán (1962)
'Magirama,' Abel Gance and Nelly Kaplan (1956)
'Más allá del olvido' ('Beyond Oblivion'), (1955)
'Said Effendi' (Saeed Effendi'), Kameran Hosni (1955)
'Sterne' ('Stars'), Konrad Wolf (1959)
'Waqai Sinin Al-Djamr' ('Chronicle of the Years of Embers'), Mohamed Lakhdar-Hamin (1975)
'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest,' Miloš Forman (1925)
A filmmaker dear to the heart of the Cannes Film Festival, Miloš Forman sees one of his greatest works restored. Produced by Saul Zaentz and Michael Douglas, it won five Oscars and gave Jack Nicholson one of his greatest roles. Screening in the presence of Paul Zaentz (Teatro Della Pace Films).
'Barry Lyndon,' Stanley Kubrick (1974)
Stanley Kubrick's masterpiece in a brand-new 4K restoration to close the section on Friday, May 23 in the Debussy Theater.
Guest of Honor: Quentin Tarantino on George Sherman
Filmmaker-cinephile, one of the most active, a writer on cinema (his 'Cinema Speculation' is a marvel), Palme d'Or winner with 'Pulp Fiction,' president of the jury in 2004, Quentin Tarantino is this year's guest of honor at Cannes Classics. He will share his passion for George Sherman by showing two of his westerns made for Universal Pictures, one of his most creative periods. The discussion with QT will be moderated by critic and documentary filmmaker Elvis Mitchell.
'Red Canyon,' George Sherman (1949)
'Comanche Territory,' George Sherman (1950)
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