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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina Dies: Algerian Cannes Palme D'Or Winner Was 91
Algerian director Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, whose 1975 drama Chronicles of the Years of Fire remains Africa's only Cannes Palme d'Or to this day, has died at the age of 91. Lakhdar-Hamina's family said the producer and director died at his home in the Algerian capital of Algers on May 23. More from Deadline Richard Linklater's 'Nouvelle Vague' Draws Raft Of International Buyers For Goodfellas - Cannes Sony Pictures Classics Takes North America & Multiple Territories For Cannes Caméra D'Or Winner 'The President's Cake' Doc Talk In Cannes: Deadline Podcast Hosts American Pavilion Panel On Challenged State Of Documentary Industry In quirk of fate, the Cannes Film Festival screened Chronicles of the Years of Fire in its Cannes Classics program that day, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the film's Palme d'Or, in the presence of the director's son Malek Lakhdar-Hamina. Set between the late 1930s and 1954, the movie retells the Algerian War of Independence through the eyes of a peasant farmer, exploring the roots of the movement and depicting the harshness of French colonial rule. In an era in which the film world had yet to start embracing diversity, Lakhdar-Hamina was one of the few African and Arab directors to put in a regular appearance in Cannes from the 1960s to the 1980s. He competed for the Palme d'Or four times, with his other contenders including The Winds of the Aures, which won the best first film prize in 1967 (now known as the Caméra d'Or), as well as Sandstorm (1982) and Last Image (1986). After a 30-year break, he returned to the director's seat with Twilight of Shadows, which was Algeria's submission to the Best Foreign Language Film category of the 88th Academy Awards in 2016. Lakhdar-Hamina was born on February 26, 1934, in M'sila in the Aurès region in northeastern Algeria into a farming family. His filmography was shaped by his experiences in the Algerian resistance during the War of Independence from 1954 to 1962, as well as the death of his father at the hands of the French army. Lakhdar-Hamina joined the Algerian resistance in Tunis in 1958, where he did an internship with Tunisian news, which led to him shooting his first short films. From there, he went on to study at the Prague film and TV school FAMU. Aside from his own filmmaking, Lakhdar Hamina ran Algeria's news service, the l'Office des Actualités Algériennes (OAA) from shortly after the revolution to 1974, and was also head of the Algerian National Office for Commerce and the Film Industry between 1981 and 1984. The 4K restoration of Chronicles of the Years of Fire was undertaken by The Film Foundation's World Cinema Project and Cineteca di Bologna at L'Image Retrouvée (Paris) and L'Immagine Ritrovata (Bologna) laboratories. It was funded by the Hobson/Lucas Family Foundation as part of the African Film Heritage Project, an initiative created by The Film Foundation's World Cinema Project, the Pan African Federation of Filmmakers (FEPACI) and UNESCO – in collaboration with Cineteca di Bologna – to help locate, restore, and disseminate African cinema. French distributor Les Acacias Distribution will theatrically re-release the film in cinemas in France on August 6. Best of Deadline 'Hacks' Season 4 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? Everything We Know About 'Hacks' Season 4 So Far 'The Last Of Us': Differences Between HBO Series & Video Game Across Seasons 1 And 2
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First Post
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Cannes 2025: Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal's 'Aranyer Din Ratri' directed by Satyajit Ray receives a standing ovation at the festival
Saba Pataudi, jewellery designer and Tagore's daughter, shared a video on her Instagram page on Wednesday showing the audience giving a standing ovation after the film's screening. read more The 4K restored version of Satyajit Ray's classic 'Aranyer Din Ratri' received a standing ovation at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, where it was screened under the Cannes Classics section. Veteran actors Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal, who were part of the ensemble cast of the 1970 Bengali film, attended the showcase on Monday evening. Saba Pataudi, jewellery designer and Tagore's daughter, shared a video on her Instagram page on Wednesday showing the audience giving a standing ovation after the film's screening. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'A little more…. Of moments. Standing ovation. A beautiful celebration of life. Team that made it all possible. Congratulations! @filmheritagefoundation,' she captioned the post. Pataudi also shared pictures of her with her mother, Garewal, as well as film's gala presenter and Hollywood filmmaker Wes Anderson, a long-time admirer of Ray who spearheaded its six-year restoration. The restored version of 'Aranyer Din Ratri' is presented and restored by Martin Scrosese's The Film Foundation through its World Cinema Project initiative at L'Immagine Ritrovata in collaboration with Shivendra Singh Dungarpur's Film Heritage Foundation, Janus Films, and the Criterion Collection. Also part of the screening were producer Purnima Dutta and Margaret Bodde, executive director of The Film Foundation. The film, titled 'Days and Nights in the Forest' in English, explores themes of alienation, class, and modernity. It follows the story of four city-bred men who escape to the forests of Palamau (now in Jharkhand) for a carefree holiday, only to undergo a journey of self-discovery. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Tagore last came to Cannes in 2009 as part of the gala jury. Previously, her 1960 film 'Devi', also directed by Ray, competed for the Palme d'Or, the festival's top honour.
The Hindu
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Cannes 2025: Sharmila Tagore, Simi Garewal attend Satyajit Ray's ‘Aranyer Din Ratri' restoration screening with Wes Anderson
Veteran actors Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal attended the screening of Satyajit Ray's Aranyer Din Ratri at the Cannes Film Festival, where a newly restored 4K version of the film was showcased under the Cannes Classics section. Renowned filmmaker Wes Anderson, a longtime admirer of Ray's work, introduced the screening and played a central role in the film's six-year-long restoration. Originally released in 1970, Aranyer Din Ratri (Days and Nights in the Forest) is one of Ray's most acclaimed works. The restoration was presented by The Film Foundation's World Cinema Project, L'Immagine Ritrovata, and the Film Heritage Foundation, in collaboration with Janus Films and the Criterion Collection, with funding support from the Golden Globe Foundation. Sharmila Tagore walked the red carpet wearing a green saree, accompanied by her daughter, Saba Ali Khan, who wore a bright yellow traditional outfit. Simi Garewal appeared in a white gown by Indian couture label Karleo. Wes Anderson, speaking before the screening to Variety, described Aranyer Din Ratri as a hidden treasure in Ray's filmography. 'Anything signed by Satyajit Ray must be cherished and preserved,' he said. 'The nearly-forgotten Days and Nights in the Forest is a special gem... The great Soumitra Chatterjee: lost but searching. The great Sharmila Tagore: mysterious, cerebral, mesmerizing. From the master, another masterpiece.' The film, based on a novel by Sunil Gangopadhyay, tells the story of four men from Calcutta who take a trip to the forests of Palamau in search of escape and leisure. Sharmila Tagore portrays Aparna, a poised and intellectual woman from the city, while Simi Garewal plays Duli, a spirited tribal woman. The film also features performances by Soumitra Chatterjee, Subhendu Chatterjee, Samit Bhanja, Robi Ghosh, and Aparna Sen.
NDTV
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Simi Garewal, 76, Is Making Her Cannes Debut This Year In A Custom Karleo Ensemble
Cannes just got a whole lot glamorous - and desi! The 2025 Cannes Film Festival is going to see a several Indian names, and leading the charge is none other than the ever-graceful veteran actress Simi Garewal. Known for her timeless elegance and iconic roles in Indian cinema, Simi Garewal is all set to make her debut at the Cannes Film Festival 2025, which begins on April 13. The 76-year-old will be walking the red carpet on May 19 for the screening of the restored version of Satyajit Ray's 1970 classic Aranyer Din Ratri, in which she played a key role. The film will be showcased in the Cannes Classics section, marking a significant moment in Indian cinematic history. The restoration was carried out by The Film Foundation's World Cinema Project, in collaboration with renowned filmmakers like Martin Scorsese and Wes Anderson, alongside India's Film Heritage Foundation. The Karz actress revealed in the post that she has decided to go with the Indian couture label Karleo for her Cannes debut. The clothing label is known for creating evening wear and accessories. She will be wearing a custom-made gown by the label, which they also specialise in. "So I've finally decided as to who will design my ensemble for the red carpet in Cannes!! It's on 19th May, when we present my film with Ray, 'Arranyer Din Ratri' restored by Wes Anderson, Martin Scorcese & Heritage Foundation. Because I love their aesthetics...I've chosen @karleofashion!" she captioned the clip. Thrilled to see her debut at Cannes 2025, fans and fashion enthusiasts called Simi Garewal's debut an iconic moment. Garewal's debut not only celebrates her illustrious career but also shines a global spotlight on India's cinematic and cultural legacy at one of the world's most prestigious film festivals. But wait, she's not alone! Cannes red carpet will sparkle with a stellar lineup of Indian celebrities, artists and influencers. With India making a wave at Cannes like never before, this marks a true celebration of Indian cinema, fashion and creativity at a global stage.
News18
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Satyajit Ray's Aranyer Din Ratri Heads To Cannes Presented By Wes Anderson-Sharmila Tagore
Last Updated: Satyajit Ray's 1970 film Aranyer Din Ratri, restored in 4K, will premiere at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. It's a full-circle moment for Indian cinema lovers: Satyajit Ray's 1970 gem Aranyer Din Ratri is making a grand return, this time on the global stage at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. The film has been meticulously restored in 4K, thanks to a collaborative effort by Martin Scorsese's The Film Foundation's World Cinema Project, the Film Heritage Foundation, Janus Films, and the Criterion Collection. This restoration was made possible with funding from the Golden Globe Foundation and utilized the original camera and sound negatives preserved by producer Purnima Dutta. Leading the presentation at Cannes will be acclaimed filmmaker Wes Anderson, a long-time admirer of Ray's work. He once remarked, 'Anything signed by Satyajit Ray must be cherished and preserved; but the nearly-forgotten Days and Nights in the Forest is a special/particular gem… Made in 1970. Modern and novelistic. Ray worked in terrain perhaps more familiar to Cassavetes. A clash/negotiation between castes and sexes. Urbans and rurals. Selfish men and their hopes and cruelties and spectacular lack of wisdom. Women who see through them. The great Soumitra Chatterjee: lost but searching. The great Sharmila Tagore: mysterious, cerebral, mesmerizing. From the master, another masterpiece." Joining Anderson on the red carpet will be Sharmila Tagore, who starred in the original film. Reflecting on the experience, she shared, 'I remember I was shooting for Aradhana when Manikda approached me to shoot for this film for a month in a stretch. It was incredibly hot during the shoot and we could only shoot in the mornings and late afternoons. I have wonderful memories of the time spent with my co-actors and Manikda's precision, especially in the way he shot the memory game sequence, was incredible. I can't wait to watch the restored film. Aranyer Din Ratri is such a contemporary film that I know it will resonate with new audiences across the world even today." This screening marks the fourth consecutive year that an Indian film restored by the Film Heritage Foundation has been featured in the Cannes Classics section, following previous restorations like Thamp, Ishanou, and Manthan. Aranyer Din Ratri follows four friends from Calcutta who venture into the forests of Palamau for a holiday, leading to unexpected self-discoveries. The film delves into themes of class, modernity, and alienation, offering a nuanced portrayal of post-colonial urban India . The restored version's premiere at Cannes is not just a celebration of Ray's cinematic brilliance but also a testament to the enduring relevance of his storytelling. As Tagore aptly put it, 'It's wonderful that Manik Da's Aranyer Din Ratri has been restored and will have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this year. This is a very special moment for me and I am so happy that I will be in Cannes to present the film at the premiere." First Published:
